Dermatophytosis
MONDO:0004678A common fungal infection of the stratum corneum of the skin, hair, or nails by a dermatophyte. It is characterized by itching, inflammation, redness of the skin, small papular vesicles, central clearing, fissures, scaling, and/or hair loss in the affected area.
Also known as: fungal skin disease, fungal skin diseases, skin disease, fungal, skin diseases, fungal, dermatomycosis, ringworm
109 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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At-Home light therapy could zap nail fungus
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new home-use LED light device to treat nail fungus (onychomycosis). Researchers want to find the best light dose and how often to use it. Fifty adults with nail fungus will use the device at home and be monitored for improvement.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chulalongkorn University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Hospital at home: new study tests home care for infections
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether a special team of doctors and nurses can treat adults with suspected infections at home, instead of sending them to the hospital. About 500 people will be randomly assigned to either standard hospital care or home-based care from a mobile response team…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Copenhagen University Hospital at Herlev • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New topical drug could tackle stubborn toenail fungus
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a topical solution called Trichostatin A for mild-to-severe toenail fungus (onychomycosis). About 50 adults with a confirmed fungal infection will apply the drug daily for 4 weeks. Researchers will check safety and whether the fungus clears up using lab tests.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vanda Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Pharmacists take on heart disease: new study tests community-based risk reduction
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a pharmacist-led program can help people reduce their risk of heart disease. Over 1,000 adults with conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or obesity are taking part. Pharmacists use a step-by-step guide to assess risk and support lifestyle change…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Wrestlers try Beta-Alanine to boost performance and fight fatigue
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether taking beta-alanine, a common supplement, can help wrestlers perform better and feel less muscle fatigue during two days of simulated matches. Sixteen healthy wrestlers aged 12 to 25 will take the supplement and then do wrestling drills to measure thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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NIH launches Long-Term observation of inflammatory diseases
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows up to 500 people with acute or chronic inflammatory disorders, such as infections or immune problems, over time. Researchers will monitor participants with standard tests and may screen them for other studies. The goal is to better understand these conditions a…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues in blood and urine to personalize lung cancer care
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects blood, urine, and tissue samples from 330 adults with advanced lung or head and neck cancer to improve precision medicine. Researchers will analyze genetic changes in these samples and grow some tumors in mice to compare DNA. The goal is to refine liquid biops…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Arkansas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI predicts hospital stays, but study never started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a computer could learn to predict how long a patient would stay in a home hospital program. Researchers planned to use data from past patients to train the computer. However, the study was withdrawn before any patients were enrolled, so no results are a…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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AI vs. skin doctors: who diagnoses better?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether artificial intelligence (AI) can match a dermatologist's diagnosis when a general practitioner sends in photos and questions about a patient's skin condition. Researchers will compare the AI's diagnosis to the dermatologist's for about 1000 adults. The…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Coffee warning for nail fungus patients?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study checks if drinking caffeine changes blood pressure or heart rate in people taking the antifungal medication terbinafine for nail fungus. Researchers will monitor 52 adults before and after they start the drug. The goal is to understand possible side effects, not to tes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Immune cell showdown: autoimmune vs. infection vs. healthy
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at immune cells from people with autoimmune diseases (like lupus), people with infections, and healthy volunteers. Researchers want to understand how these cells differ and what makes them attack the body in autoimmune conditions. The study involves blood and bon…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC