been taking medications known to increase the risk of bleeding, including common anti-inflammatory drugs.
“One in 14 was taking a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory—drugs such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or normal-dose aspirin used to treat pain and arthritis—which can cause ulceration and bleeding,” the doctor explained.
“I would hope that most people taking drugs such as low-dose aspirin and anticoagulants to reduce their risk of stroke, heart attack, and blood clots will be aware that these benefits have to be balanced against the risk of bleeding.”
He added: “However, too few people taking
