Steroid cream surprise: study probes hidden fluid shifts in skin disease

NCT ID NCT02360202

First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a very strong steroid cream (clobetasol propionate) causes fluid retention in 30 adults with bullous pemphigoid, a blistering skin condition. Researchers measured changes in body water using a special scale (bioimpedance) over 30 days. The goal was to understand if the cream leads to unexpected swelling, which could help guide future diet or monitoring recommendations.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rouen University Hospital

    Rouen, 76031, France

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