New research has suggested that intrauterine mechanisms of overweight women in pre-pregnancy may have increased risks of their infants having atopic dermatitis (AD).
New study links key protein to inflammation in psoriasis patients
Researchers have linked a key protein called TWEAK to inflammation in psoriasis patients.
Risankizumab worsened symptoms in patients with severe asthma, new study finds
A new study tested risankizumab, approved for the treatment of psoriasis, in patients with severe asthma and found it worsened their asthma symptoms.
Researchers gather real world treatment data on psoriatic arthritis patients
Researchers have surveyed 137 respondents from a psoriatic arthritis (PsA) registry for phenotypic features and characteristics, initial and current therapies, and medication preference.
Dupilumab linked to reduced itch in prurigo nodularis patients, according to study
Results of a phase 3 trial have linked dupilumab to significantly reduced skin lesions and itch when compared to placebo in adult prurigo nodularis patients, according to a press release (Oct. 22, 2021).
Research finds that movement of skin stem cells linked to skin regeneration
Researchers have found that skin regeneration is associated with the ability of skin stem cells to move toward the injury.
Researchers develop technique for visualizing melanocytes in 3D
Researchers have developed a technique that allows the 3D visualization of every cell containing melanin in whole zebrafish. Using X-ray imaging, the researchers were able to obtain quantitative measurements and map the location of each melanocyte.
Hepatitis C linked to increased risk for chronic inflammatory skin diseases, study shows
According to a new study, hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is linked to an increased risk for chronic inflammatory skin diseases (CISDs). The study showed a decreased risk for CISD when treated with interferon-based antiviral therapy.
New research suggests sunlight exposure guidelines may need revisions
Solar exposure guidelines for recommended vitamin D synthesis may need to be revised, according to a new study. The guidelines were determined more than 30 years ago and the accuracy of the risk and benefit calculations for sun exposure have been questioned.
Study suggests biologics are safe in patients with inflammatory skin disease during pandemic
A new study suggests that the use of biologics in patients with inflammatory skin diseases is safe during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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