Epidermal disease

This phase 3 trial tests whether the drug bimekizumab can clear or nearly clear the pustules and skin lesions of palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) on the hands and feet. About 320 adults with moderate to severe PPP will receive either bimekizumab or a placebo for 16 weeks, with an op…

This study tests if guselkumab can help people with Hailey-Hailey disease, a genetic condition causing painful blisters and sores in skin folds. Ten adults with moderate to severe disease will receive the drug and be monitored for changes in skin severity and quality of life. The…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called BCX17725 in healthy volunteers and people with Netherton syndrome, a rare genetic skin condition. The study aims to check safety, how the drug moves through the body, and whether it can reduce skin redness and scaling. About 78 parti…

This study tests a cream called delgocitinib for people with mild to severe palmoplantar pustulosis, a skin condition causing painful pus-filled blisters on hands and feet. About 135 adults will apply the cream twice daily for 16 weeks. The main goal is to see if the cream reduce…

This early-stage trial tests an oral drug called KM-023 for Olmsted Syndrome, a rare genetic condition causing painful, thick skin on the palms and soles. First, healthy volunteers will receive single or multiple doses to check safety and how the body handles the drug. Then, pati…

This study tests whether adding IV IgG treatment to standard VYJUVEK therapy can help wounds heal faster and reduce blistering in people with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare genetic skin condition. Eight participants will receive IV IgG alongside their u…

This study tests a drug called picankibart in 60 adults with moderate-to-severe palmoplantar pustulosis, a painful skin condition causing pus-filled blisters on hands and feet. Participants receive injections of picankibart over nearly a year. The goal is to see if it reduces the…

This study tests a lotion called QRX003 in people with Netherton Syndrome, a rare genetic skin condition. About 16 participants aged 4 and older will apply the lotion twice daily for 12 weeks. Researchers will check if it improves skin appearance and reduces itching.

This phase 2 trial tests whether a gene therapy gel called BVEC can reduce the return of squamous cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer) in people with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare genetic condition that causes fragile, blistering skin. The gel is app…

This study tests a new biologic drug called Xeligekimab in 10 adults with moderate to severe palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP), a chronic skin disease causing painful blisters and scales on the palms and soles. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce symptoms and improve quality of…

This study tests a new skin graft made from a patient's own cells, genetically modified to produce a missing protein. It aims to safely heal wounds in 9 people with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare disease that causes fragile, blistering skin. The graft i…

This study tests an eye drop called KB803 in 16 people aged 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB), a rare genetic condition causing fragile skin and recurrent corneal abrasions. Participants will receive both KB803 and a placebo in random order to see if …

This study tests whether a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection, given soon after an ACL knee injury, can reduce inflammation and improve knee function. About 56 people with a recent ACL tear will receive either PRP or a placebo. The goal is to see if this treatment can lower the…

This early-stage trial tests a cream called ATR12-351 for Netherton syndrome, a rare genetic skin condition. The cream contains live bacteria that produce a protein missing in people with the disease. Twelve adults will apply the cream to one side of their body and a placebo to t…

This study tests a gel called Oleogel-S10 on skin wounds in people with inherited epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a condition that causes fragile, blistering skin. The trial includes 6 Japanese children and adults with junctional or dystrophic EB. Participants apply the gel to wounds…

This study tests a daily pill called ivarmacitinib for palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP), a chronic skin condition causing painful blisters on hands and feet. Sixty adults who haven't improved with other treatments will take the pill for 12 weeks. Researchers will check if symptoms l…

This phase 1/2 trial tests a topical treatment called Ev.FV, made from cell-derived particles, to help heal wounds in people with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB), a genetic skin condition causing painful blisters. The study will enroll 20 participants with active wounds an…

This study tests a gel called TolaSure on people aged 4 and older with epidermolysis bullosa simplex, a condition that causes fragile skin and blisters. For the first 2 months, some participants get the gel and others get a placebo; then everyone gets the gel for another 2 months…

This study is testing a software tool called Belle.ai that uses artificial intelligence to help doctors diagnose common skin diseases. About 400 patients at dermatology clinics will have three photos taken of their skin condition. The AI will analyze the photos and suggest possib…

This study tests a gel called TCP-25 on people with epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a condition that causes fragile skin and painful blisters. About 32 people aged 4 and older with certain types of EB will have two matching wounds treated—one with the study gel and one with a placebo…

This early-phase study is testing whether dupilumab, a drug already used for eczema, can reduce severe itching in people with various genetic skin disorders. The trial will enroll 30 participants and last 26 months, including a 16-week treatment period and a longer extension phas…

This study tests whether a series of three cream wraps can reduce skin discomfort in people with moderate to very severe hereditary ichthyosis. Participants will receive a therapeutic bath followed by application of a rich emollient cream and a plastic wrap for one hour. The main…

This study tests whether a single injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) during ACL knee surgery can improve recovery. About 60 adults aged 18-50 with a torn ACL will receive either PRP or a placebo during their operation. Researchers will compare knee function at 3, 6, and 12 m…

This study looks at whether 3D-printed dentures fit better and make patients happier than traditional acrylic dentures in people with ectodermal dysplasia, a rare condition that affects teeth and other body parts. About 11 people aged 10 to 35 who have some remaining teeth will t…

This study tests a group counseling program called Healing HEARTS to help people with conditions like obesity, skin disease, cancer, HIV, diabetes, or chronic pain deal with internalized stigma. Participants will either join the counseling program or a peer support group. The goa…

This study tests whether a special thulium laser can safely improve the look and feel of keratosis pilaris (KP), the common 'chicken skin' bumps on arms. Researchers will treat one arm of 25 adults with the laser and compare it to the untreated arm. They will check for changes in…

This study tests whether a probiotic called Saccharomyces boulardii can reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in adults. About 406 people with non-constipated IBS will take either the probiotic or a placebo daily for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in sympto…

This study looks at the bacteria, fungi, and viruses living on the skin, in the gut, and in the mouth of people with Netherton syndrome, a rare condition that damages the skin barrier and often causes allergies. Researchers will compare these microbes to those of healthy voluntee…

This study looks at whether soaking hands in water for up to 20 minutes can be a simple screening tool for cystic fibrosis (CF) carrier status. Researchers will take photos of participants' hands and score the wrinkling, both by human observation and using a computer algorithm. T…

This study collects biological samples—like blood, skin biopsies, and swabs—from people with or at risk for skin diseases, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will use these samples to study the causes of skin conditions and explore potential treatments. Up to 700 particip…

This study is building a large database of health information from 5,000 people with ALS and other motor neuron diseases. Participants share details like symptoms, test results, and disease progression during regular clinic visits. The de-identified data is then shared with resea…

This study is screening people with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare genetic disease that causes painful blisters and open wounds from minor skin contact. Researchers at Stanford want to learn more about the disease and the patients' cells to develop new …

This study collects skin samples from 500 people with conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will analyze the samples to find biomarkers and gene patterns linked to inflammation. The goal is to better understand these skin diseases…

This study aims to understand the full burden of 9 rare skin diseases—including physical, emotional, social, and financial challenges—on patients and their families. Researchers will use special questionnaires to track how these conditions affect daily life and care needs. About …

This study looks at how skin conditions related to cancer or cancer treatments affect the well-being of cancer patients and survivors. About 1,025 participants will fill out questionnaires about their skin condition. The goal is to better understand these effects and improve trea…

This study follows 580 people with dystrophic or junctional epidermolysis bullosa (EB) for up to 5 years. Researchers want to see if using Filsuvez, a birch bark extract gel that helps heal blisters, changes the risk of developing skin cancer. Participants receive standard care, …

This study is tracking 1,000 adults with psoriasis to see how their skin condition relates to heart disease. Researchers will use blood tests and heart imaging to find early signs of heart problems. The goal is to better understand why people with psoriasis have higher rates of h…