Psoriasis News and Research

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Link established between gut microbiota and chronic inflammatory diseases

An international research team has established a link between gut microbiota and chronic inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.

25 Jan 2022

Lucky genes can help lower risk of diseases in people with obesity

Geneticists have revealed why some people with obesity remain relatively healthy, whilst others suffer from life-changing ailments such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

25 Jan 2022

Novel mechanism linking intercellular adhesion molecule with genetic skin diseases discovered

Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered a novel mechanism linking an intercellular adhesion molecule with genetic inflammatory skin diseases, according to findings published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.

11 Jan 2022

A new approach for drugs to be more effective against inflammatory bowel disease

Biomedical scientists at the University of California, Riverside, propose a way for drugs to be more effective against inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, in which the intestine undergoes inflammation.

18 Dec 2021

Phenome study reveals alternate associations with SARS-CoV-2 risk loci

Researchers from the Duke Molecular Physiology Institute have been investigating genetic associations with more severe disease and examining the associations that certain genetic features have with other diseases.

13 Dec 2021

Study identifies several proteins that protect against disease development

Inflammatory processes are associated with a large range of human diseases, including rheumatic diseases and allergies. Protein biomarkers are measurable molecules that can have a prognostic value in patients, be used to diagnose disease, or indicate severity of disease.

8 Dec 2021

A trio of proteins found to drive inflammation in psoriasis

About 7.5 million Americans suffer from psoriasis, an autoimmune disease that shows up as patches of red, inflamed skin and painful, scaly rashes. Although there are effective treatments for psoriasis, not everyone responds to these therapies-;and for many, the relief is temporary.

21 Nov 2021

People taking immunosuppressant produce weaker, shorter-lived antibodies after COVID-19 vaccination

People who received two doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine while on TNF inhibitors -; a class of immunosuppressants used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions -; generated less powerful and shorter-lived antibodies against the virus that causes COVID-19 than healthy people and those on other kinds of immunosuppressants, according to a study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.

21 Nov 2021

HSS study provides insight into real-world medication use for treatment of psoriatic arthritis

Despite clear directives outlined in the updated guidelines published by the American College of Rheumatology/National Psoriasis Foundation (ACR/NPF) in 2018, there is limited data regarding medication use in real-world clinical practice and patient medication preferences for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (PsA).

9 Nov 2021

Study reveals the negative perceptions and emotional impact of pregnancy stretch marks

While stretch marks are commonly associated with pregnancy, the permanency of the skin lesions causes pregnant women and pregnant individuals substantial embarrassment that can negatively impact pregnancy and their quality of life, according to a new study.

9 Nov 2021

Study shows significant decreases in infections among people with psoriatic arthritis

New research presented this week at ACR Convergence, the American College of Rheumatology's annual meeting, shows significant decreases in infections among people with psoriatic arthritis over the years 2012-2017.

2 Nov 2021

Researchers identify mechanism behind insufficient treatment efficacy of psoriasis drugs

Interleukin-12 - a messenger molecule of immune cells - was long considered to trigger the development of psoriasis.

22 Oct 2021

Experts address questions on psoriasis patients’ true needs and wellbeing

Almirall S.A., a global biopharmaceutical company focused on skin health, has hosted a scientific session during the 30th EADV Congress which addressed the need and importance to focus on patient wellbeing in real-life clinical practice.

8 Oct 2021

Glycerin helps calm the red itchy patches in psoriasis model

Patients with psoriasis have reported that glycerin, an inexpensive, harmless, slightly sweet liquid high on the list of ingredients in many skin lotions, is effective at combatting their psoriasis and now scientists have objective evidence to support their reports.

4 Oct 2021

Real-world data sheds new light on biologic treatment and vaccine hesitancy in psoriasis patients

Real-world data looking at biologic treatment and vaccine hesitancy in psoriasis patients is being presented today at EADV’s 30th Congress.

1 Oct 2021

Scientists discover new cell type in human skin that contributes to inflammatory skin diseases

A team of international scientists and clinical experts have unraveled a new cell type in human skin that contributes to inflammatory skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis (AD) and psoriasis (PSO). Their study findings were published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine in September 2021.

17 Sep 2021

Psoriasis News and Research

Latest Psoriasis News and Research

Link established between gut microbiota and chronic inflammatory diseases

Lucky genes can help lower risk of diseases in people with obesity

Novel mechanism linking intercellular adhesion molecule with genetic skin diseases discovered

A new approach for drugs to be more effective against inflammatory bowel disease

Phenome study reveals alternate associations with SARS-CoV-2 risk loci

Study identifies several proteins that protect against disease development

A trio of proteins found to drive inflammation in psoriasis

People taking immunosuppressant produce weaker, shorter-lived antibodies after COVID-19 vaccination

HSS study provides insight into real-world medication use for treatment of psoriatic arthritis

Study reveals the negative perceptions and emotional impact of pregnancy stretch marks

Study shows significant decreases in infections among people with psoriatic arthritis

Researchers identify mechanism behind insufficient treatment efficacy of psoriasis drugs

Experts address questions on psoriasis patients’ true needs and wellbeing

Glycerin helps calm the red itchy patches in psoriasis model

Real-world data sheds new light on biologic treatment and vaccine hesitancy in psoriasis patients

Scientists discover new cell type in human skin that contributes to inflammatory skin diseases

Immune-mediated inflammatory disease may increase risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes

Newly developed antibody may be used to treat muscular dystrophy

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Hidradenitis suppurativa: Discontinuation of adalimumab prior to surgery is not necessary

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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Psoriasis News and Research

Latest Psoriasis News and Research

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