Could a measles shot soothe eczema? small trial investigates

NCT ID NCT00820820

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a measles vaccine could help control eczema (atopic dermatitis) in adults. Researchers gave 20 adults with moderate-to-severe eczema either the measles vaccine or a placebo and tracked their symptoms for 45 days. The goal was to see if the vaccine could calm the immune system and improve skin condition.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atopic eczema

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Unité de Recherche Clinique et Immunologique

    Pierre-Bénite, Lyon, 69495, France