Tag: Samter's Triad

Aspirin-Exacerbated Respiratory Disease: How to Diagnose and Treat AERD

Aspirin-Exacerbated Respiratory Disease: How to Diagnose and Treat AERD

AERD, or Samter's Triad, combines asthma, nasal polyps, and NSAID reactions. Diagnosis requires clinical history and sometimes an aspirin challenge. Aspirin desensitization after sinus surgery is the most effective long-term treatment, reducing polyp recurrence and improving quality of life.