Psoriasis, a chronic skin condition affecting 4-5% of the Danish population, is one of the most common skin diseases worldwide. It manifests as a red rash with white scales, which can vary in size, form, and severity. The most common type of psoriasis is plaque psoriasis, characterized by patches of inflamed skin covered with silvery scales.
Managing psoriasis often involves topical treatments like creams and ointments, but these can be cumbersome. Patients must apply them multiple times a day, leading to inconsistent use, which hinders treatment effectiveness. Around a third of patients skip treatment due to the inconvenience of these traditional options.
In response to this challenge, researchers at the University of Copenhagen have developed a promising solution: a dry patch designed to treat plaque psoriasis more conveniently. The patch contains two active ingredients—salicylic acid to exfoliate dead skin cells and hydrocortisone to reduce inflammation. Unlike creams, the patch only needs to be applied once daily, making it a more comfortable and manageable option for patients.
This innovative patch was tested on both pig skin and human skin cells, showing similar effectiveness to existing treatments. Moreover, the patch’s technology, which uses electrospinning to create nanofibers, may also hold promise for treating other inflammatory skin conditions like atopic eczema and aiding in wound healing.
While further research and clinical trials are needed, the patch offers hope for more convenient, effective treatments for psoriasis and potentially other skin disorders.
Article written by Technology Network
13/11/2024
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Technology Network