Active clinical trials for "Darier Disease"

To assess efficacy and safety of intense pulsed light (IPL) activation of silver nanoparticles (SNA) versus IPL alone for treatment of keratosis pilaris.

This validation study aims to develop a standardised investigator global assessment (IGA) score for keratosis pilaris and test the validity and reliability of the score through a one-day scoring exercise held at a private practice and compare it to a standard 0-4 IGA score specifically defined for keratosis pilaris.

Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a benign skin condition that often is very frustrating for the patients and treating physicians. The investigators are interested to see if the study product is effective in treating moderate to severe KP.

The investigators hope to establish whether or not the diode laser, a longer-wavelength laser, is effective in treating keratosis pilaris, and hopefully opening a door into the discussion and management of this skin condition. The primary outcome of interest is the difference in the overall blind rater severity scores of the treated versus the untreated sites. The secondary outcome of interest is the change in the patient's self-rated severity score of the treated site. To account for potential natural disease progression or regression, the investigators will also compare patient mean changes to the mean changes in severity scores of the untreated site.

Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a common disorder of keratinization. There are different treatment modalities for KP with variable results. Nd:YAG laser and chemical peels are among these treatment modalities, however, there is no enough evidence in the literature regarding their efficacy. The aim of this study is to assess and compare the efficacy of long pulsed Nd:YAG laser and trichloreacetic acid 20% in treatment of keratosis pilaris.

The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the safety, tolerability and efficacy of AO+ Mist administered daily for 4 weeks to improve the appearance of skin afflicted with keratosis pilaris.

Hailey Hailey and Darier disease are rare genetic dermatoses. Mutations of 2 genes (ATP2C1 or ATP2A2 respectively) are responsible for the diseases. These genes have a key role in calcium pump; their defect create abnormal link between keratinocytes' desmosomes and induce skin lesions. Clinically, patients present with inflammatory lesions located in the folds. Quality of life is impaired because of pain, pruritus and tendency to infections. Lesions are permanent but acute exacerbations occur in hot seasons because of increased sweating. Usual therapies are often not effective (local treatment, laser, phototherapy). Because sweating is a well established inducing or aggravating factor, botulism toxin could be an effective treatment for these diseases. Botulism toxin is already used in clinical practice and acts via a decreased sweet secretion. Improvement of skin lesions in Hailey-Hailey or Darier diseases has been previously reported in a few cases but there is no study properly evaluating the benefit of such treatment. The aim of the project is to study the improvement of quality of life for patients suffering from Hailey-Hailey or Darier diseases after a injections of botulism toxin in large skin folds. The principal objective is to estimate the distribution of the variation of quality of life at M1 vs. baseline.

The ichthyoses are a family of genetic skin diseases characterized by dry, thickened, scaling skin. Dermatologists estimate that there are over twenty varieties of ichthyosis, with a wide range of severity and associated symptoms. This registry is designed to identify people in the United States with the ichthyoses and other related disorders and to collect information about their skin ailment and how it has affected them. The database is available for review by approved research applicants. The registry is confidential and provides investigators a way to share information about studies and trials with potential participants while maintaining participants' privacy. Although the Registry is closed to new enrollment, it is still maintained in order to provide information related to understanding the diagnosis, pathophysiology, and treatment of ichthyoses. Support for studies continues and inquiries from investigators are welcomed.

The purpose of this study is to identify the genes responsible for certain scaling disorders and other inherited skin diseases and to learn about the medical problems they cause. In some cases, these may include problems affecting organs other than the skin, such as the eyes, teeth and bones. Patients with inherited skin disorders, including Darier's disease (keratosis follicularis), lamellar ichthyosis, epidermolysis bullosa, cystic acne, and others, and their relatives may be eligible for this study. Patients will have a medical history, physical examination with particular emphasis on the skin, and routine blood tests. Additional procedures for patients and unaffected relatives may include: Blood sample collection Dental exam with X-ray of the jaw Eye examination X-rays of the skull, ribs, chest, hands, feet, spine, arms, or legs Bone density scan Photographs of the skin Skin biopsies (removal of a small tissue sample under local anesthetic) Buccal sample (gentle brushing inside the cheek to collect a cell sample) for gene studies Patients who request the results of their gene testing will be provided this information.