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No treatment alters the natural progression of alopecia areata, and effectiveness varies, with some possibly working better in children.
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Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
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