Scientists watch inflammation change skin in real time

NCT ID NCT06618716

First seen May 18, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at how acute inflammation changes blood flow in the skin and how it affects mood and behavior. Twenty-five healthy adults received either a placebo or an inflammation-triggering injection on separate days. Researchers used special cameras to measure skin changes and asked participants about their feelings. The goal was to understand why people respond differently to inflammation.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of emergency medicine, Linköping University Hospital, Region Östergötland

    Linköping, Sweden

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