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Glossary Upper Respiratory Infections

infections affecting the nose, throat, and sinuses

Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs) refer to infections that affect the upper part of the respiratory system, which includes the nose, throat, and sinuses. Common examples include the common cold, sinusitis, and laryngitis. These infections are typically caused by viruses and can lead to symptoms such as a runny nose, sore throat, cough, and congestion.

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research Tofacitinib for the treatment of severe alopecia areata and variants: A study of 90 patients

238 citations , November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

In this study, tofacitinib was reported to improve scalp hair regrowth in patients with severe alopecia areata, alopecia totalis, and alopecia universalis, showing a higher response in alopecia areata.

research Benefit and risk profile of tofacitinib for the treatment of alopecia areata: a systemic review and meta‐analysis

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This study found that tofacitinib shows reasonable effectiveness for treating alopecia areata with mild adverse effects, although more large-scale randomized trials are needed to fully assess its safety and efficacy.

research Tofacitinib therapy for children with severe alopecia areata

39 citations , January 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

In this study, three children with severe alopecia treated with systemic tofacitinib showed significant hair regrowth, suggesting it may be a potential option for those unresponsive to conventional therapy.

research Clinical experiences on alopecia areata treatment with tofacitinib: A study of 63 patients

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The article in Dermatologic Therapy discusses clinical experiences with using tofacitinib to treat alopecia areata in 63 patients, but no specific results are reported in the abstract.

research Response of alopecia areata of the beard to oral tofacitinib

11 citations , November 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This study suggests that oral tofacitinib may be an effective treatment for beard regrowth in men with alopecia areata of the beard, with a strong correlation observed between beard and scalp hair regrowth.

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A person mistakenly drank an entire bottle of topical minoxidil, leading to ICU admission with shock and heart failure. The incident highlights the dangers of ingesting topical treatments and the importance of proper usage and dosage.

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