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A healthcare expert has issued an urgent alert about a commonly used painkiller that could present serious dangers to particular individuals.

The specialist warned that aspirin isn't suitable for everyone to consume.

In particular, he revealed that aspirin is typically unsuitable for children under 16 years old.

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This is due to the possible risk of contracting Reye's syndrome, which triggers swelling in the liver and brain.

Without swift medical intervention, this illness can lead to lasting harm, reports the Mirror .

In a video posted on social media site TikTok, Dr Suraj Kukadia offered additional information.

Dr Kukadia, who goes by Dr Sooj on the internet, said: "Did you know that

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