If you’re on blood thinners for atrial fibrillation, talk with your cardiologist before taking aspirin, as it could increase your risk for bleeding.
Tag: aspirin
Can Using Too Much Aspirin Hurt Your Eyes?
Could your aspirin use be putting your eyesight at risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD)? Learn about the health benefits and potential risks of regular aspirin use.
4 Drug-Free Ways to Fight Your Migraine Headaches
Did you know there are natural, drug-free ways to fight and prevent your migraine headaches? Our expert goes over four different ways to combat them.
Supplements + OTCs May Hurt Your Kidneys
In the U.S., 1 in 5 men and 1 in 4 women are estimated to have chronic kidney disease, and most people who have it don’t know it. Find out how you can protect your kidney function.
Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy
Do You Need Daily Aspirin? For Some, It Does More Harm Than Good
Do you take aspirin every day? For people with pre-existing heart disease, aspirin can help ward off a heart attack. But if you are healthy and take a daily baby aspirin in the hopes of preventing heart-related problems, think again. Find out what you need to know.
When to Take Aspirin for a Medical Emergency
Aspirin is a lifesaver if you’re having a heart attack. But it’s life-threatening if you’re having a certain type of stroke. Find out when it helps – and when it might hurt.
Is There a Treatment to Cure a Stomach Ulcer?
Discover the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Gastroenterologist Brian Kirsh, MD, fields this question about ulcers.
Heart Patients: 3 Common Medications You May Need to Avoid
If you’re being treated for a heart condition, medicine cabinet staples such as aspirin and ibuprofen may not be good for you. The same goes for certain antibiotics. Studies have found that these common medications can increase risk of bleeding, clotting, arrhythmia and even death for some heart patients. Know the risks before you take: … Read More
