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November 2018 in “Annals of the Academy of Medicine Singapore” Sulfasalazine can cause severe allergic reactions leading to long-term autoimmune issues like hair loss and skin discoloration.
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May 2013 in “Reactions Weekly” Using minoxidil can cause severe skin reactions in some people.
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