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Comparative effectiveness of oral nutritional supplements in preventing respiratory tract infections among adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

EClinicalMedicine·October 1, 2025·PMID 40969681

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Pain specialists often manage patients with chronic conditions who are vulnerable to infections that can exacerbate pain or disrupt treatment. This synthesis clarifies which supplements have the best evidence for RTI prevention, aiding in counseling patients on immune support.

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