Aspirin Side Effect

Many people take aspirin without a second thought.  Most assume that it is safe and have no qualms about using it when they experience pain.   Aspirin is used commonly for things such as headaches and to decrease pain brought on by injuries.  There are aspirin side effects however, which individuals should be aware of.

Common ones include upset stomach, heartburn and nausea.  Other serious aspirin side effects include bloody or black stools, diarrhea, hearing loss, rash, hives, trouble breathing, chest tightening, swelling of the tongue, mouth, lips or face, ringing of the ears, severe stomach pain, vomiting, bruising and drowsiness. If a person experiences any of these after taking aspirin they need to contact a medical professional right away.  A doctor will be able to determine if a problem exists and then treat it if it does.

Aspirin is taken quite regularly for a number of ailments. When many people have any type of pain, they often times take aspirin. Because of this, and perhaps because of the lack of a clear warning regarding the potential aspirin side effects, many people are unaware of the potential dangers. However, they do exist, very serious ones in fact. Taking too much aspirin or using it over a long period of time can result in liver toxicity and failure which can lead to death.

There are also risks associated with short term aspirin use. Individuals may have an allergic reaction.  A bad allergic reaction can cause various symptoms and lead to death. Symptoms may include swelling of the tongue, face, lips and mouth. When and if these occur, it is very important that individuals get help as soon as possible. This may require a trip to the emergency room.

Aleve Side Effects

There are a number of Aleve side effects. Some are serious, others are not. Knowing what to expect in this regard will provide individuals with the information that they need to determine whether or not they should be worried if they begin to experience discomfort or certain symptoms. Knowing when contacting a health professional is necessary could possibly help save a person’s life. Below, we will take a look at several Aleve side effects. Some are common and may be experienced by a relatively high number of users. Others are more severe and generally do not affect as many people. Let’s discuss the common Aleve side effects first.

Common side effects include gas, nasal stuffiness, headache, dizziness, upset stomach, drowsiness, constipation, diarrhea and heart burn.  These generally can be tolerated and do not signal that there is a problem or require treatment.

More serious side effects can occur and do, though they typically affect individuals less often. These will require the immediate attention of a medical professional, such as a doctor. It may even be necessary to visit the emergency room. Severe Aleve side effects include allergic reactions that may show up as chest tightness, hives, rash and difficulty breathing or swelling of the lips, mouth, tongue or lips. Fever, chills, scant or dark urine, sore throat, severe stomach pain, weakness on one side of the body, irregular or fast heartbeat, confusion, black stools may also occur. Bruising, bleeding, vision changes, yellowing of the skin and/or eyes, vomiting what looks like coffee grounds and inflammation of the extremities (feet, hands, legs), are other severe Aleve side effects that will require treatment.

Morning After Pill Side Effects

The morning-after pill is a form of birth control that is used after a woman has had an unprotected sexual encounter that may have resulted in a pregnancy. If taken within three days of that encounter, a woman can prevent the fertilization of her egg(s).

Common morning-after pill side effects include tiredness, headache, tenderness of the breast, dizziness and stomach pain. There is also the possibility of her having an ectopic pregnancy if the morning-after pill does not work. Some individuals will feel nauseous. Vomiting may also occur. A woman may also experience irregular bleeding which may affect their next menstrual period. There is the possibility that it may come earlier than normal or perhaps be late. Some women will even have their periods about a week after the have the morning-after pill.

The morning after pill is a form of birth control that some women use after they have had sex. If used within three days it can help prevent pregnancy. However, it is not without its side effects. Some women experience very serious side effects. They may bleed heavily for prolonged periods of time. Their menstrual cycle may be altered for a while, painful cramping may also occur. Some women will vomit, have headaches, experience dizziness, stomach and breast pain.

It is important that women that experience morning-after-pill side effects for longer then what is considered normal, contact their doctor. Certain side effects may be symptoms of very serious and potentially dangerous conditions such as ectopic pregnancy.