Scientists warn over daily aspirin

A new study published in Archives of Internal Medicine suggests that a daily dose of aspirin could cause stomach ulcers and internal bleeding in those with no previous heart problem.

The UK-led study was carried out on more than 100,000 patients from nine trials.

Researchers observed a 20 percent reduction in heart attacks in patients taking aspirin along with a 30 percent increase in life threatening internal bleeding.

Aspirin helps people with previous heart problems by preventing blood clots that are the main cause of heart attacks and strokes.

Researchers concluded that only people with a history of heart problems or stroke should take aspirin.

Scientists have strongly warned that patients with no symptomatic heart disease should not take aspirin due to the high risk of internal bleeding.