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Doxycycline Improves Quality of Life and Anosmia in Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyposis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Author: ArshiSaba, AtashrazmFatemeh, BakraniVahid, BemanianMohammad Hassan, FallahpourMorteza, MoosavianFatima, NabaviMohammad, NazariJavad, SabouriSofia, ShokriSima

Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.

Overview

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 100 patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) found that doxycycline significantly improved quality of life, as measured by the Sino-Nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22), and temporarily improved sense of smell. The study found no significant difference in response to treatment between eosinophilic and non-eosinophilic nasal polyps.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) is a complex disorder and effective treatment remains a major challenge. Some antibiotics with anti-inflammatory properties are reported to have potential to be used as an adjunct therapy in the management of chronic airway inflammation. ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1177/19458924231154066

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Doxycycline: A New Oasis in the Desert of Chronic Rhinosinusitis

This [randomized controlled trial] explores the potential of [doxycycline], an antibiotic with anti-inflammatory properties, as a treatment option for [chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP)]. It's like a desert traveler seeking a refreshing oasis amidst the challenges of this chronic condition.

The study found that [doxycycline] significantly improved [quality of life] in patients with CRSwNP, offering a potential new avenue for managing this debilitating condition. The study also revealed that [doxycycline] had temporary beneficial effects in improving [sense of smell].

A Glimmer in the Desert: A New Approach to Managing CRSwNP

This study suggests that [doxycycline] could be a valuable addition to the treatment options for CRSwNP, offering a potential new way to manage this challenging condition.

A Desert of Hope: Finding Relief for CRSwNP

The study offers a glimmer of hope for patients with CRSwNP, suggesting that [doxycycline] may provide them with improved quality of life and relief from their symptoms. It's like discovering a new oasis in the desert of chronic rhinosinusitis, offering a potentially more effective way to quench the thirst for symptom relief.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study is like a compass pointing toward a new horizon in the treatment of CRSwNP, suggesting that doxycycline could be a valuable tool for helping patients find a path to improved quality of life and relief from their symptoms.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-06-19
  2. Date Revised 2023-06-19
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

36740870

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1177/19458924231154066

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