Pityriasis rubra pilaris
MONDO:0100017A group of skin conditions that cause constant inflammation and scaling of the skin. People with PRP have reddish, scaly patches that may occur everywhere on the body, or only on certain areas. Some people with PRP also develop thickened skin on the underside of the hands and feet (palmoplantar keratoderma), various nail abnormalities, and/or thinning of the hair. There are several types of PRP classified by age when symptoms begin, body areas involved, and whether other conditions are present. This condition occurs in adults (adult onset PRP) as well as children (juvenile onset PRP).
17 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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PRP shot after ACL tear may curb arthritis risk
Disease control Recruiting nowThis 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…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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AI reads your skin: new tool aims to help doctors spot rashes and moles
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis 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…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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PRP shot may boost ACL recovery in new trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis 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…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Lahore General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New program aims to reduce shame from chronic illness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Scientists seek skin samples to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis 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…
Sponsor: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Cancer Patients' skin woes under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis 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…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC