Pemphigus
MONDO:0006594Pemphigus is a group of rare autoimmune diseases that cause blistering of the skin and mucous membranes (mouth, nose, throat, eyes, and genitals).This conditioncan occur at any age, but often strikes people in middle or older age. Studies have shown that some populations may be at greater risk for certain types of pemphigus. For instance, people of Jewish descent and those from India, Southeast Europe, and the Middle East are at greater risk for pemphigus vulargis, while pemphigus foliaceus is more common in North America, Turkey, and South America. Pemphigus is a chronic disease which is best controlled by early diagnosis and treatment.Treatment includes steroids to reduce inflammation,drugs that suppress the immune system responseand antibiotics to treat associated infections. There are four main types of pemphigus: Pemphigus vulgaris Pemphigus foliaceus IgA pemphigus Paraneoplastic pemphigus
58 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New pill could tame blistering skin disease without high steroid doses
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study tests an experimental drug called tirabrutinib for people with pemphigus, a rare autoimmune disease that causes painful blisters on skin and mucous membranes. The trial enrolls 34 adults whose disease is not well controlled by steroids. Participants receive eit…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a week of antibiotics stop joint infections after replacement surgery?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether taking a 7-day course of oral antibiotics after hip or knee replacement surgery can prevent joint infections in patients at higher risk due to conditions like obesity, diabetes, or autoimmune disease. About 4,600 participants will receive one of three ant…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental CAR-T therapy targets tough autoimmune conditions
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase study tests a new type of CAR-T cell therapy in 9 people with autoimmune diseases that have not responded well to standard treatments. The therapy uses specially engineered immune cells to target and attack faulty immune cells. The main goal is to check safety an…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Boren Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fetal stem cells aim to tame immune chaos
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis early-stage trial tests clonal fetal mesenchymal stem cells (cfMSCs) in 100 people with severe immune-related disorders or tissue damage. The goal is to see if the cells are safe and can reduce symptoms. Participants have no other treatment options left.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shenzhen Geno-Immune Medical Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New tool could predict who will suffer from steroid side effects
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to create a tool that predicts which patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, or polymyalgia rheumatica) will develop serious side effects from long-term steroid use. Researchers will collect routine medical data—such a…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock safer pregnancies for women with autoimmune conditions
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis registry enrolls up to 1,000 women aged 12–55 with rheumatic or autoimmune diseases who are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Researchers will collect data from medical records and patient surveys to study pregnancy outcomes, disease activity, and medication use. No experiment…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 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