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New treatment option for Atopic Dermatitis
Official title Sand Play - the Effect of Biodiversity Exposure on Atopic Dermatitis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06390696
What this study is testing
What is Microbial intervention?
Microbial intervention is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for atopic dermatitis.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The prevalence of atopic dermatitis has increased along with urbanization and biodiversity loss. According to biodiversity hypothesis, the main reason is urban lifestyle and reduced contact to microbial diversity.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 2 to 5. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Eczema Area and Severity Index ≥ 2
You likely can't join if
- Eczema Area and Severity Index \< 2
- Immune deficiencies, i.e., antibody deficiency
- Immunosuppressive systematic medications
- A disease affecting immune response (e.g., colitis ulcerosa, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, diabetes)
- Cancer diagnosis
- Topical medication for the treatment of atopic dermatitis during the trial
See the full eligibility criteria
- Eczema Area and Severity Index ≥ 2
- Eczema Area and Severity Index \< 2
- Immune deficiencies, i.e., antibody deficiency
- Immunosuppressive systematic medications
- A disease affecting immune response (e.g., colitis ulcerosa, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, diabetes)
- Cancer diagnosis
- Topical medication for the treatment of atopic dermatitis during the trial
- Disability affecting the immune response (e.g. Down's syndrome)
- Non-participation in the national vaccine program
- Participation in another intervention or follow-up study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland
- Tampere, Finland
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 2 years to 5 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland; Tampere, Finland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.