Should anyone start an aspirin regiment?

Question

I've read about all the wonderful benefits of taking one 81mg aspirin per day. However, when is a good time to start this? I'm 30 and heart disease does run in my family, however, I'm in good health. Should I take one per day just as a precaution?

Answer 1

Yes, anytime is a good time to start this. Heart disease also runs in my family. I'm only 26 and it has been recommended that I start, and I am also in perfect health.

Answer 2

You should speak with your primary care physician before starting any regimen at all. Aspirin is not a good idea for some folks as it causes thinning of the blood and could tax the kidneys or liver in combination with other substances.

Usually it's not a problem... but there are other things that might be helpful too and you don't want to break more than you're fixing. Fish oil supplements might be a good idea. A stress test and full cardiac work-up might be a good idea. Make sure your physician is aware of your family history and your concerns and let him/her guide you from there.

Answer 3

Yes Start Today!!! check with doctor of course!! if you have ulcers or take a blood thinner you may not be able to! I've heard that some doctors are combining Cholesterol meds & Aspiring regiment, & claiming with those, you'll most likely will never have a heart attack you're @ a good age to check into that!

Answer 4

No, no, no, no.

You cannot just start an aspirin regimen. First of all, you are too young. You have no need to. You may be at risk with family history---so get a complete physical. You can keep a lot of heart disease away by diet and exercise.

Taking aspirin when you don't need it can cause the normal persons blood to thin too much. That can cause all kinds of serious problems.

Answer 5

Ask your doctor, I don't think you need an aspirin regimen unless you are displaying some symptoms,aspirin has it's own deleterious side effects.

Answer 6

No. You should consult your doctor before starting a regimen of asprin. You could have a small blockage already and if you are not on blood thinners to reduce chances of a free floating clot, asprin could be LETHAL. Your doctor may even refer you to a cardiologist trained to hear any tiny inconsistances or even order some tests to be sure asprin is right for you.

One professional's educated order is worth a million yahoo answerers opinons.

Answer 7

you should really ask your doctor. Aspirin just because an OTC, can really be harmful. Aspirin may interact with the medications that you are already taking... I know I work in pharmacy..

Answer 8

nope! hold right there. aspirin could cause bleeding. if you are in good health then i would say no. it is usually just given for those at late 50s with a heart disease in the family to avoid them having it. but you're still too young. :-)

Answer 9

No talk to your doctor..it sounds like you want to do preventive actions. See source for ways to get the best comon sense heart health info. Like your best Omega 3, how to lower your blood pressure naturally and healthy recipes, how to increase your heart health with 30 % and more.

Answer 10

ask your doc, but in most men especially, it's been shown to be helpful. More helpful in women by preventing strokes, but, if you talk to most people in healthcare, they all take theirs!!!! People with any stomach disorders, or ulcers REALLY should talk to their docs before any ASA is taken. It can interact with other meds, so that's why I say, ask you doc!