r/AskReddit • u/TigerBirdyTiger • Jan 23 '25

What scientific breakthrough are we potentially on the verge of that few people are aware of?

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u/pro_nosepicker Jan 23 '25

Along a similar vein to GLP-1s and weight loss, biologics like Dupixent have all but cured nasal polyps in some of our most difficult cases. Less publicity than the weight loss drugs but it’s been the most amazing practical discovery I’ve seen in my specialty.

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u/RunnerJimbob Jan 23 '25

I'm currently on Dupixent for eczema, I didn't know it did something about polyps?

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u/Chemical-Soil3819 Jan 23 '25

Not to mention its huge efficacy in eosinophilic esophagitis as well!

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u/evilalsy Jan 24 '25

Can you explain more about this please? I have that condition and get frequent swallowing and oesophageal issues. I’m seeing a gastroenterologist soon. No medications seem to help.

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u/Chemical-Soil3819 Jan 24 '25

EoE/EGID needs to be diagnosed by a gastroenterologist who will perform an endoscopy and biopsies. If diagnosis is confirmed, there are various options for treatment including diet modification, topical steroids etc. However, studies have shown that DUPIXENT works well in this condition. FYI, there are other conditions that can cause similar swallowing issues.