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What is aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD)?
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What happens when people with AERD take aspirin or NSAIDs?
What causes AERD?
How is AERD diagnosed?
How is AERD treated? Is there a cure?
What causes AERD?
At this time, the exact cause of AERD is not known, but it is not an allergic reaction. There is no evidence to suggest that it's genetic or inherited. The disease is not caused by taking aspirin or NSAIDs, but AERD sinus or asthma symptoms get worse when taking these medications.
