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Inokuchi-Sakata S, Narita R, Takahashi Y, Ishiuji Y, Asahina A, Kato F. Region-specific activation in the accumbens nucleus by itch with modified scratch efficacy in mice - a model-free multivariate analysis. Mol Brain 2024; 17:27. [PMID: 38783364 PMCID: PMC11119306 DOI: 10.1186/s13041-024-01101-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Itch is a protective/defensive function with divalent motivational drives. Itch itself elicits an unpleasant experience, which triggers the urge to scratch, relieving the itchiness. Still, it can also result in dissatisfaction when the scratch is too intense and painful or unsatisfactory due to insufficient scratch effect. Therefore, it is likely that the balance between the unpleasantness/pleasure and satisfaction/unsatisfaction associated with itch sensation and scratching behavior is determined by complex brain mechanisms. The physiological/pathological mechanisms underlying this balance remain largely elusive. To address this issue, we targeted the "reward center" of the brain, the nucleus accumbens (NAc), in which itch-responsive neurons have been found in rodents. We examined how neurons in the NAc are activated or suppressed during histamine-induced scratching behaviors in mice. The mice received an intradermal injection of histamine or saline at the neck, and the scratching number was analyzed by recording the movement of the bilateral hind limbs for about 45 min after injection. To experimentally manipulate the scratch efficacy in these histamine models, we compared histamine's behavioral and neuronal effects between mice with intact and clipped nails on the hind paws. As expected, the clipping of the hind limb nail increased the number of scratches after the histamine injection. In the brains of mice exhibiting scratching behaviors, we analyzed the expression of the c-fos gene (Fos) as a readout of an immediate activation of neurons during itch/scratch and dopamine receptors (Drd1 and Drd2) using multiplex single-molecule fluorescence in situ hybridization (RNAscope) in the NAc and surrounding structures. We performed a model-free analysis of gene expression in geometrically divided NAc subregions without assuming the conventional core-shell divisions. The results indicated that even within the NAc, multiple subregions responded differentially to various itch/scratch conditions. We also found different clusters with neurons showing similar or opposite changes in Fos expression and the correlation between scratch number and Fos expression in different itch/scratch conditions. These regional differences and clusters would provide a basis for the complex role of the NAc and surrounding structures in encoding the outcomes of scratching behavior and itchy sensations.
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- Sanae Inokuchi-Sakata
- Department of Dermatology, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
- Department of Neuroscience, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
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- Department of Neuroscience, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
- Center for Neuroscience of Pain, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
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- Department of Neuroscience, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
- Center for Neuroscience of Pain, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
- Center for Neuroscience of Pain, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan
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- Department of Neuroscience, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan.
- Center for Neuroscience of Pain, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8461, Japan.
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Biazus Soares G, Hashimoto T, Yosipovitch G. Atopic Dermatitis Itch: Scratching for an Explanation. J Invest Dermatol 2024; 144:978-988. [PMID: 38363270 DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2023.10.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Revised: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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Chronic pruritus is a cardinal symptom of atopic dermatitis (AD). The mechanisms underlying atopic itch involve intricate crosstalk among skin, immune components, and neural components. In this review, we explore these mechanisms, focusing on key players and interactions that induce and exacerbate itch. We discuss the similarities and differences between pruritus and pain in patients with AD as well as the relationship between pruritus and factors such as sweat and the skin microbiome. Furthermore, we explore novel targets that could provide significant itch relief in these patients as well as exciting future research directions to better understand atopic pruritus in darker skin types.
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- Georgia Biazus Soares
- Miami Itch Center, Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, National Defense Medical College, Tokorozawa, Japan
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- Miami Itch Center, Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA.
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Kohl LM, Sumpter TL. The ART(N) of Keratinocytes Leading Neurons into the Skin. J Invest Dermatol 2024:S0022-202X(24)00191-X. [PMID: 38613530 DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2024.02.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2024] [Revised: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/15/2024]
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- Lisa M Kohl
- Department of Dermatology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany; Department of Dermatology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Department of Immunology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
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Zhao Q, Tominaga M, Toyama S, Komiya E, Tobita T, Morita M, Zuo Y, Honda K, Kamata Y, Takamori K. Effects of Psychological Stress on Spontaneous Itch and Mechanical Alloknesis of Atopic Dermatitis. Acta Derm Venereol 2024; 104:adv18685. [PMID: 38566405 PMCID: PMC11000660 DOI: 10.2340/actadv.v104.18685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
Abstract
Atopic dermatitis (AD), a chronic inflammatory skin disease, manifests as an intractable itch. Psychological stress has been suggested to play a role in the onset and worsening of AD symptoms. However, the pathophysiological relationships between psychological stressors and cutaneous manifestations remain unclear. To elucidate the mechanisms underlying the stress-related exacerbation of itch, we investigated the effects of water stress, restraint stress and repeated social defeat stress on itch-related scratching behaviour, mechanical alloknesis and dermatitis in male NC/Nga mice with AD-like symptoms induced by the repeated application of ointment containing Dermatophagoides farina body. NC/Nga mice with AD-like symptoms were subjected to water stress, restraint stress and repeated social defeat stress, and their scratching behaviour, sensitivity to mechanical stimuli (mechanical alloknesis) and severity of dermatitis were evaluated. Social defeat stress+ Dermatophagoides farina body-treated mice exposed to stress showed slower improvements in or the exacerbation of AD-like symptoms, including dermatitis and itch. In the mechanical alloknesis assay, the mechanical alloknesis scores of social defeat stress+ Dermatophagoides farina body-treated mice exposed to stress were significantly higher than those of non-exposed social defeat stress+ Dermatophagoides farina body- and social defeat stress-treated mice. These results suggest that psychological stress delays improvements in dermatitis by exacerbating itch hypersensitivity in AD.
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- Qiaofeng Zhao
- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine. Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan; Department of Dermatology, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Chiba, Japan..
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Yosipovitch G, Kim B, Luger T, Lerner E, Metz M, Adiri R, Canosa JM, Cha A, Ständer S. Similarities and differences in peripheral itch and pain pathways in atopic dermatitis. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2024; 153:904-912. [PMID: 38103700 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2023.10.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Revised: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
Abstract
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is predominantly characterized by intense itching, but concomitant skin pain is experienced by more than 40% of patients. Patients with AD display considerable somatosensory aberrations, including increased nerve sensitivity to itch stimuli (hyperknesis), perception of itch from innocuous stimuli (alloknesis), or perception of pain from innocuous stimuli (allodynia). This review summarizes the current understanding of the similarities and differences in the peripheral mechanisms underlying itch and pain in AD. These distinct yet reciprocal sensations share many similarities in the peripheral nervous system, including common mediators (such as serotonin, endothelin-1, IL-33, and thymic stromal lymphopoietin), receptors (such as members of the G protein-coupled receptor family and Toll-like receptors), and ion channels for signal transduction (such as certain members of the transient receptor potential [TRP] cation channels). Itch-responding neurons are also sensitive to pain stimuli. However, there are distinct differences between itch and pain signaling. For example, specific immune responses are associated with pain (type 1 and/or type 3 cytokines and certain chemokine C-C [CCL2, CCL5] and C-X-C [CXCL] motif ligands) and itch (type 2 cytokines, including IL-31, and periostin). The TRP melastatin channels TRPM2 and TRPM3 have a role in pain but no known role in itch. Activation of μ-opioid receptors is known to alleviate pain but exacerbate itch. Understanding the connection between itch and pain mechanisms may offer new insights into the treatment of chronic pain and itch in AD.
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- Gil Yosipovitch
- Miami Itch Center, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, Fla.
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- Center for the Study of Itch and Sensory Disorders, Washington University School of Medicine, St Louis, Mo
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Charlestown, Mass
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany; Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Allergology and Immunology, Berlin, Germany
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- Pfizer Pharmaceuticals Israel Ltd, Herzliya Pituach, Israel
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- Center for Chronic Pruritus, Münster University Hospital, Münster, Germany
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Kim B, Rothenberg ME, Sun X, Bachert C, Artis D, Zaheer R, Deniz Y, Rowe P, Cyr S. Neuroimmune interplay during type 2 inflammation: Symptoms, mechanisms, and therapeutic targets in atopic diseases. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2024; 153:879-893. [PMID: 37634890 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2023.08.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Revised: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
Abstract
Type 2 inflammation is characterized by overexpression and heightened activity of type 2 cytokines, mediators, and cells that drive neuroimmune activation and sensitization to previously subthreshold stimuli. The consequences of altered neuroimmune activity differ by tissue type and disease; they include skin inflammation, sensitization to pruritogens, and itch amplification in atopic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis; airway inflammation and/or hyperresponsiveness, loss of expiratory volume, airflow obstruction and increased mucus production in asthma; loss of sense of smell in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps; and dysphagia in eosinophilic esophagitis. We describe the neuroimmune interactions that underlie the various sensory and autonomic pathologies in type 2 inflammatory diseases and present recent advances in targeted treatment approaches to reduce type 2 inflammation and its associated symptoms in these diseases. Further research is needed to better understand the neuroimmune mechanisms that underlie chronic, sustained inflammation and its related sensory pathologies in diseases associated with type 2 inflammation.
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- Brian Kim
- Kimberly and Eric J. Waldman Department of Dermatology, Mark Lebwohl Center for Neuroinflammation and Sensation, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY.
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- Division of Allergy and Immunology, Department of Pediatrics, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Diego, Calif
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Muenster, Muenster, Germany; First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, International Airway Research Center, Guangzhou, China
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- Jill Roberts Institute for Research in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Friedman Center for Nutrition and Inflammation, Joan and Sanford I. Weill Department of Medicine, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Weill Cornell Medicine, Cornell University, New York, NY
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- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Tarrytown, NY
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- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Tarrytown, NY
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Shen S, Qu X, Liu Y, Wang M, Zhou H, Xia H. Evaluation of Antioxidant Activity and Treatment of Eczema by Berberine Hydrochloride-Loaded Liposomes-in-Gel. Molecules 2024; 29:1566. [PMID: 38611845 PMCID: PMC11013229 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29071566] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2024] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
Abstract
In this paper, berberine hydrochloride-loaded liposomes-in-gel were designed and developed to investigate their antioxidant properties and therapeutic effects on the eczema model of the mouse. Berberine hydrochloride-liposomes (BBH-L) as the nanoparticles were prepared by the thin-film hydration method and then dispersed BBH-L evenly in the gel matrix to prepare the berberine hydrochloride liposomes-gel (BBH-L-Gel) by the natural swelling method. Their antioxidant capacity was investigated by the free radical scavenging ability on 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and H2O2 and the inhibition of lipid peroxides malondialdehyde (MDA). An eczema model was established, and the efficacy of the eczema treatment was preliminarily evaluated using ear swelling, the spleen index, and pathological sections as indicators. The results indicate that the entrapment efficiency of BBH-L prepared by the thin-film hydration method was 78.56% ± 0.7%, with a particle size of 155.4 ± 9.3 nm. For BBH-L-Gel, the viscosity and pH were 18.16 ± 6.34 m Pas and 7.32 ± 0.08, respectively. The cumulative release in the unit area of the in vitro transdermal study was 85.01 ± 4.53 μg/cm2. BBH-L-Gel had a good scavenging capacity on DPPH and H2O2, and it could effectively inhibit the production of hepatic lipid peroxides MDA in the concentration range of 0.4-2.0 mg/mL. The topical application of BBH-L-Gel could effectively alleviate eczema symptoms and reduce oxidative stress injury in mice. This study demonstrates that BBH-L-Gel has good skin permeability, excellent sustained release, and antioxidant capabilities. They can effectively alleviate the itching, inflammation, and allergic symptoms caused by eczema, providing a new strategy for clinical applications in eczema treatment.
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- Si Shen
- College of Pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, No. 350, Long Zi Hu Road, Hefei 230012, China; (S.S.); (X.Q.); (Y.L.)
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- College of Pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, No. 350, Long Zi Hu Road, Hefei 230012, China; (S.S.); (X.Q.); (Y.L.)
- Drug Advanced Research Institute of Yangtze Delta, Nantong 226100, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, No. 350, Long Zi Hu Road, Hefei 230012, China; (S.S.); (X.Q.); (Y.L.)
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- College of Pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, No. 350, Long Zi Hu Road, Hefei 230012, China; (S.S.); (X.Q.); (Y.L.)
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- Drug Advanced Research Institute of Yangtze Delta, Nantong 226100, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, No. 350, Long Zi Hu Road, Hefei 230012, China; (S.S.); (X.Q.); (Y.L.)
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Jiang R, Lu Z, Wang C, Tu W, Yao Q, Shen J, Zhu X, Wang Z, Chen Y, Yang Y, Kang K, Gong P. Astrocyte-derived Interleukin-31 causes poor prognosis in elderly patients with intracerebral hemorrhage. Brain Pathol 2024:e13245. [PMID: 38354695 DOI: 10.1111/bpa.13245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
Abstract
The incidence of intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is increasing every year, with very high rates of mortality and disability. The prognosis of elderly ICH patients is extremely unfavorable. Interleukin, as an important participant in building the inflammatory microenvironment of the central nervous system after ICH, has long been the focus of neuroimmunology research. However, there are no studies on the role IL31 play in the pathologic process of ICH. We collected para-lesion tissue for immunofluorescence and flow cytometry from the elderly and young ICH patients who underwent surgery. Here, we found that IL31 expression in the lesion of elderly ICH patients was significantly higher than that of young patients. The activation of astrocytes after ICH releases a large amount of IL31, which binds to microglia through IL31R, causing a large number of microglia to converge to the hematoma area, leading to the spread of neuroinflammation, apoptosis of neurons, and ultimately resulting in poorer recovery of nerve function. Interfering with IL31 expression suppresses neuroinflammation and promotes the recovery of neurological function. Our study demonstrated that elderly patients release more IL31 after ICH than young patients. IL31 promotes the progression of neuroinflammation, leading to neuronal apoptosis as well as neurological decline. Suppression of high IL31 concentrations in the brain after ICH may be a promising therapeutic strategy for ICH.
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- Rui Jiang
- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Neuro-Microscopy and Minimally Invasive Translational Medicine Innovation Center, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Jiangsu Medical Innovation Center, Neurological Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Center, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Research Center of Clinical Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Research Center of Clinical Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Neuro-Microscopy and Minimally Invasive Translational Medicine Innovation Center, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Jiangsu Medical Innovation Center, Neurological Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Center, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Research Center of Clinical Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- Department of Clinical Bio-bank, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Centre for Precision Medicine Research and Training, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Macau, Taipa, China
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- Research Center of Clinical Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- Department of Trauma Center, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical school of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Neuro-Microscopy and Minimally Invasive Translational Medicine Innovation Center, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
- Jiangsu Medical Innovation Center, Neurological Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Center, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, China
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Drechsler Y, Dong C, Clark DE, Kaur G. Canine Atopic Dermatitis: Prevalence, Impact, and Management Strategies. VETERINARY MEDICINE (AUCKLAND, N.Z.) 2024; 15:15-29. [PMID: 38371487 PMCID: PMC10874193 DOI: 10.2147/vmrr.s412570] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024]
Abstract
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common inflammatory and pruritic allergic skin disease in humans and dogs worldwide. The pathogenesis of AD is multifactorial, immunologically complex, and may involve genetic factors, epidermal barrier dysfunction, microbiome changes, immune dysregulation, and allergic sensitization. Across species, prevalence of AD is on the rise. At present, there is no cure for canine AD (CAD). The treatment for CAD is multifaceted and aimed at controlling the pruritus, associated inflammation, and infections, repairing the skin barrier function, and dietary management. This review presents data on prevalence, impact, and complex immunological interactions in AD with a focus on subsequent management of the disease in the canine population. A multimodal approach for management of CAD to address varying clinical signs and responses to therapies is discussed.
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- Yvonne Drechsler
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA, USA
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- Animal Dermatology Clinic, Pasadena, CA, USA
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA, USA
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA, USA
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Ryguła I, Pikiewicz W, Grabarek BO, Wójcik M, Kaminiów K. The Role of the Gut Microbiome and Microbial Dysbiosis in Common Skin Diseases. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:1984. [PMID: 38396663 PMCID: PMC10889245 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25041984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Revised: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
Abstract
Dermatoses are an increasingly common problem, particularly in developed countries. The causes of this phenomenon include genetic factors and environmental elements. More and more scientific reports suggest that the gut microbiome, more specifically its dysbiosis, also plays an important role in the induction and progression of diseases, including dermatological diseases. The gut microbiome is recognised as the largest endocrine organ, and has a key function in maintaining human homeostasis. In this review, the authors will take a close look at the link between the gut-skin axis and the pathogenesis of dermatoses such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, alopecia areata, and acne. The authors will also focus on the role of probiotics in remodelling the microbiome and the alleviation of dermatoses.
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- Izabella Ryguła
- Faculty of Medical Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, 40-752 Katowice, Poland;
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- Collegium Medicum—Faculty of Medicine, WSB University, 41-300 Dabrowa Gornicza, Poland; (W.P.); (B.O.G.); (M.W.)
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- Collegium Medicum—Faculty of Medicine, WSB University, 41-300 Dabrowa Gornicza, Poland; (W.P.); (B.O.G.); (M.W.)
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- Collegium Medicum—Faculty of Medicine, WSB University, 41-300 Dabrowa Gornicza, Poland; (W.P.); (B.O.G.); (M.W.)
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- Collegium Medicum—Faculty of Medicine, WSB University, 41-300 Dabrowa Gornicza, Poland; (W.P.); (B.O.G.); (M.W.)
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Ferreira BR, Aguirre CC, Rapoport‐Hubschman N, Adewuya AO, Canchy L, Morizet D, Vincenzi F, McGlone FP. The skin-brain connection and pleasant touch as supportive care for psychocutaneous disorders. SKIN HEALTH AND DISEASE 2024; 4:e310. [PMID: 38312257 PMCID: PMC10831560 DOI: 10.1002/ski2.310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2023] [Revised: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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Psychodermatology is a subdiscipline of dermatology at the intersection of dermatology, psychiatry, and psychology. In dermatology clinical practice, patients may present with skin disease that affects their mental health, or skin disorders induced or worsened by psychological/psychiatric problems so there is a need for specialised education of dermatologists, as well as multidisciplinary teams, to achieve better management of these patients. Understanding the interaction between the central nervous system and the skin underlying psychocutaneous disorders could help identify alternative therapies that may improve patient well-being. The concept of pleasurable touch has received increasing attention following the discovery of C-tactile (CT) fibres. While afferent C-fibre stimulation is usually associated with pain, temperature, or itch, CT-fibres are stimulated optimally by a stimulus not in the nociceptor range but by a gentle, low-force stroking. As this affective touch may counteract unpleasurable sensations, such as pain and itch, and elicit positive feelings, the potential benefits of gentle touch and massage are interesting for dermatological, especially psychocutaneous, disorders. Here we provide an overview of the skin-brain connection to help understand the benefits of touch and massage, as illustrated with studies on atopic dermatitis and burns, as an adjunct to dermatological treatment for improving patient well-being and optimising treatment outcomes.
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- Bárbara Roque Ferreira
- Department of DermatologyCentre Hospitalier de MouscronHainautBelgium
- University of BrestLaboratoire interactions épithéliums‐neurones (LIEN)BrestFrance
- Centre for Philosophy of ScienceUniversity of LisbonLisbonPortugal
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- La Roche‐Posay Laboratoire DermatologiqueLevallois‐PerretFrance
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- L’Oréal Research & Innovation, Evaluation IntelligenceClichyFrance
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Li Y, Wu Q. KRT6A Inhibits IL-1β-Mediated Pyroptosis of Keratinocytes via Blocking IL-17 Signaling. Crit Rev Eukaryot Gene Expr 2024; 34:1-11. [PMID: 38505868 DOI: 10.1615/critreveukaryotgeneexpr.2023050039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
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Keratin 6A (KRT6A) is involved in the pathogenesis of various skin diseases. However, the reports on the roles of KRT6A in atopic dermatitis (AD) are limited. This study aimed to investigate the potentials of KRT6A in AD. mRNA levels were detected by RT-PCR. Cytokine release was determined by ELISA. Protein expression was determined using Western blot. Cell viability was determined by CCK-8. Cytotoxicity was detected by LDH assay. Cell death was determined by TUNEL. The pyroptosis of keratinocytes was detected using flow cytometry. We found that KRT6A was overexpressed in AD patients. Moreover, KRT6A was stimulated after exposed to proinflammatory cytokines. Overexpressed KRT6A suppressed inflammatory response, while KRT6A knockdown exerted the opposite effects. Overexpressed KRT6A suppressed inflammation-induced pyroptosis of keratinocytes. Additionally, KRT6A negatively regulated interleukin-17a (IL-17a) expression, blocking IL-17 signaling. IL-17a overexpression antagonized the effects of KRT6A and promoted pyroptosis of keratinocytes. In conclusion, KRT6A exerted protective functions in AD via regulating IL-17 signaling. This KRT6A/IL-17 may be a novel target for AD.
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- Yuan Li
- Department of Dermatology, Union Jiangbei Hospital Huazhong University of Science and Technology (Caidian District People's Hospital of Wuhan), Wuhan City, Hubei Province 430100, China
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- Wuhan Jiangxia District Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital
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Ständer S, Luger T, Kim B, Lerner E, Metz M, Adiri R, Canosa JM, Cha A, Yosipovitch G. Cutaneous Components Leading to Pruritus, Pain, and Neurosensitivity in Atopic Dermatitis: A Narrative Review. Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) 2024; 14:45-57. [PMID: 38182845 PMCID: PMC10828226 DOI: 10.1007/s13555-023-01081-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2024] Open
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Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, relapsing immunoinflammatory skin condition characterized by sensations such as pruritis, pain, and neuronal hypersensitivity. The mechanisms underlying these sensations are multifactorial and involve complex crosstalk among several cutaneous components. This review explores the role these components play in the pathophysiology of atopic dermatitis. In the skin intercellular spaces, sensory nerves interact with keratinocytes and immune cells via myriad mediators and receptors. These interactions generate action potentials that transmit pruritis and pain signals from the peripheral nervous system to the brain. Keratinocytes, the most abundant cell type in the epidermis, are key effector cells, triggering crosstalk with immune cells and sensory neurons to elicit pruritis, pain, and inflammation. Filaggrin expression by keratinocytes is reduced in atopic dermatitis, causing a weakened skin barrier and elevated skin pH. Fibroblasts are the main cell type in the dermis and, in atopic dermatitis, appear to reduce keratinocyte differentiation, further weakening the skin barrier. Fibroblasts and mast cells promote inflammation while dermal dendritic cells appear to attenuate inflammation. Inflammatory cytokines and chemokines play a major role in AD pathogenesis. Type 2 immune responses typically generate pruritis, and the type 1 and type 3 responses generate pain. Type 2 responses and increased skin pH contribute to barrier dysfunction and promote dysbiosis of the skin microbiome, causing the proliferation of Staphyloccocus aureus. In conclusion, understanding the dynamic interactions between cutaneous components in AD could drive the development of therapies to improve the quality of life for patients with AD.
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- Sonja Ständer
- Center for Chronic Pruritus, Münster University Hospital, Münster, Germany.
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- Center for the Study of Itch and Sensory Disorders, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Charlestown, MA, USA
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- Institute of Allergology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology ITMP, Allergology and Immunology, Berlin, Germany
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- Pfizer Pharmaceuticals Israel Ltd, Herzliya Pituach, Israel
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- Pfizer Inc, New York, NY, USA
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- Pfizer Inc, New York, NY, USA
- Miami Itch Center, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, FL, USA
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Kim HJ, Kim SY, Bae HJ, Choi YY, An JY, Cho YE, Cho SY, Lee SJ, Lee S, Sin M, Yun YM, Lee JR, Park SJ. Anti-Inflammatory Effects of the LK5 Herbal Complex on LPS- and IL-4/IL-13-Stimulated HaCaT Cells and a DNCB-Induced Animal Model of Atopic Dermatitis in BALB/c Mice. Pharmaceutics 2023; 16:40. [PMID: 38258052 PMCID: PMC10821371 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16010040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease influenced by a complex interplay of genetic and environmental factors. The activation of the JAK-STAT pathway increases the expression of inflammatory cytokines such as IL-4 and IL-13, further deteriorating AD. Therefore, for the treatment of AD, the JAK-STAT pathway is emerging as a significant target, alongside inflammatory cytokines. This study investigates the potential therapeutic effects of a novel herbal complex, LK5, composed of Scutellaria baicalensis, Liriope platyphylla, Sophora flavescens, Dictammus dasycarpus, and Phellodendron schneider, known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating properties. We examined the anti-inflammatory and anti-AD effects of the LK5 herbal complex in HaCaT cells stimulated by LPS and IL-4/IL-13, as well as in a mouse model of AD induced by DNCB. In HaCaT cells stimulated with LPS or IL-4/IL-13, the LK5 herbal complex demonstrated anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting the expression of inflammatory cytokines including TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-1β, and downregulating the phosphorylation of STAT proteins. In a murine AD-like model induced by DNCB, administration of the LK5 herbal complex significantly ameliorated clinical symptoms, including dermatitis, ear thickness, and TEWL. Histological analysis revealed a reduction in epidermal thickness and mast cell infiltration. The LK5 herbal complex also inhibited pruritus induced by compound 48/80. Furthermore, the LK5 herbal complex treatment significantly decreased the levels of inflammatory cytokines such as TSLP, IL-6, and IgE in plasma and ear tissue of AD-induced mice. These findings suggest that the LK5 herbal complex may modulate the immune response and alleviate AD symptoms by inhibiting STAT pathways.
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- Hyun-Jeong Kim
- Department of Food Biotechnology and Environmental Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea; (H.-J.K.); (Y.-Y.C.); (J.-Y.A.); (Y.E.C.); (S.-Y.C.); (S.-J.L.)
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- Department of Food Biotechnology and Environmental Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea; (H.-J.K.); (Y.-Y.C.); (J.-Y.A.); (Y.E.C.); (S.-Y.C.); (S.-J.L.)
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- Agriculture and Life Science Research Institute, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Food Biotechnology and Environmental Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea; (H.-J.K.); (Y.-Y.C.); (J.-Y.A.); (Y.E.C.); (S.-Y.C.); (S.-J.L.)
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- Department of Food Biotechnology and Environmental Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea; (H.-J.K.); (Y.-Y.C.); (J.-Y.A.); (Y.E.C.); (S.-Y.C.); (S.-J.L.)
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- Department of Food Biotechnology and Environmental Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea; (H.-J.K.); (Y.-Y.C.); (J.-Y.A.); (Y.E.C.); (S.-Y.C.); (S.-J.L.)
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- Department of Food Biotechnology and Environmental Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea; (H.-J.K.); (Y.-Y.C.); (J.-Y.A.); (Y.E.C.); (S.-Y.C.); (S.-J.L.)
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- Department of Food Biotechnology and Environmental Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea; (H.-J.K.); (Y.-Y.C.); (J.-Y.A.); (Y.E.C.); (S.-Y.C.); (S.-J.L.)
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- Department of Plant Science and Technology, Chung-Ang University, Anseong 17546, Republic of Korea;
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- LK Co., Ltd., Hwaseong 18469, Republic of Korea; (M.S.); (Y.M.Y.); (J.R.L.)
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- LK Co., Ltd., Hwaseong 18469, Republic of Korea; (M.S.); (Y.M.Y.); (J.R.L.)
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- LK Co., Ltd., Hwaseong 18469, Republic of Korea; (M.S.); (Y.M.Y.); (J.R.L.)
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- Department of Food Biotechnology and Environmental Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea; (H.-J.K.); (Y.-Y.C.); (J.-Y.A.); (Y.E.C.); (S.-Y.C.); (S.-J.L.)
- Agriculture and Life Science Research Institute, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea;
- School of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea
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Hui-Beckman JW, Leung DYM. Physical influences on the skin barrier and pathogenesis of allergy. Curr Opin Pediatr 2023; 35:656-662. [PMID: 37650580 DOI: 10.1097/mop.0000000000001289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW As the incidence of allergic conditions has increased in recent decades, the effects of climate change have been implicated. There is also increased knowledge on the effects of other physical influences, such as scratching and Staphylococcus aureus . The skin barrier is the first line of defense to the external environment, so understanding the ways that these factors influence skin barrier dysfunction is important. RECENT FINDINGS Although the impact on environmental exposures has been well studied in asthma and other allergic disorders, there is now more literature on the effects of temperature, air pollution, and detergents on the skin barrier. Factors that cause skin barrier dysfunction include extreme temperatures, air pollution (including greenhouse gases and particulate matter), wildfire smoke, pollen, scratching, S. aureus, and detergents. SUMMARY Understanding the ways that external insults affect the skin barrier is important to further understand the mechanisms in order to inform the medical community on treatment and prevention measures for atopic conditions.
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Suehiro M, Numata T, Saito R, Yanagida N, Ishikawa C, Uchida K, Kawaguchi T, Yanase Y, Ishiuji Y, McGrath J, Tanaka A. Oncostatin M suppresses IL31RA expression in dorsal root ganglia and interleukin-31-induced itching. Front Immunol 2023; 14:1251031. [PMID: 38035099 PMCID: PMC10687395 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1251031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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Background Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by intermittent itchy rash. Type 2 inflammatory cytokines such as interleukin (IL)-4, IL-13, and IL-31 are strongly implicated in AD pathogenesis. Stimulation of IL-31 cognate receptors on C-fiber nerve endings is believed to activate neurons in the dorsal root ganglion (DRG), causing itch. The IL-31 receptor is a heterodimer of OSMRβ and IL31RA subunits, and OSMRβ can also bind oncostatin M (OSM), a pro-inflammatory cytokine released by monocytes/macrophages, dendritic cells, and T lymphocytes. Further, OSM expression is enhanced in the skin lesions of AD and psoriasis vulgaris patients. Objective The current study aimed to examine the contributions of OSM to AD pathogenesis and symptom expression. Methods The expression levels of the OSM gene (OSM) and various cytokine receptor genes were measured in human patient skin samples, isolated human monocytes, mouse skin samples, and mouse DRG by RT-qPCR. Itching responses to various pruritogens were measured in mice by counting scratching episodes. Results We confirmed overexpression of OSM in skin lesions of patients with AD and psoriasis vulgaris. Monocytes isolated from the blood of healthy subjects overexpressed OSM upon stimulation with IL-4 or GM-CSF. Systemic administration of OSM suppressed IL31RA expression in the mouse DRG and IL-31-stimulated scratching behavior. In contrast, systemic administration of OSM increased the expression of IL-4- and IL-13-related receptors in the DRG. Conclusion These results suggest that OSM is an important cytokine in the regulation of skin monocytes, promoting the actions of IL-4 and IL-13 in the DRG and suppressing the action of IL-31. It is speculated that OSM released from monocytes in skin modulates the sensitivity of DRG neurons to type 2 inflammatory cytokines and thereby the severity of AD-associated skin itch.
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- Masataka Suehiro
- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, The Jikei University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- St John’s Institute of Dermatology, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Dermatology, Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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Mahmoud O, Oladipo O, Mahmoud RH, Yosipovitch G. Itch: from the skin to the brain - peripheral and central neural sensitization in chronic itch. Front Mol Neurosci 2023; 16:1272230. [PMID: 37849619 PMCID: PMC10577434 DOI: 10.3389/fnmol.2023.1272230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/19/2023] Open
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Similar to chronic pain, chronic itch is frequently linked to neural sensitization, a phenomenon wherein the nervous system becomes hypersensitive to stimuli. This process of neural sensitization of chronic itch is orchestrated by various signaling pathways and mediators in both the peripheral and central nervous systems. At the level of the peripheral nervous system, inflammation and neuroimmune interactions induce plastic changes to peripheral nerve fibers, thereby amplifying the transmission of itch signaling. Neural sensitization in the central nervous system occurs at both the spinal cord and brain levels. At the level of the spinal cord, it involves hyperactivity of itch-activating spinal pathways, dysfunction of spinal inhibitory circuits, and attenuation of descending supraspinal inhibitory pathways. In the brain, neural sensitization manifests as structural and functional changes to itch-associated brain areas and networks. Currently, we have a diverse array of neuroimmune-modulating therapies targeting itch neural sensitization mechanisms to help with providing relief to patients with chronic itch. Itch research is a dynamic and continually evolving field, and as we grow in our understanding of chronic itch mechanisms, so will our therapeutic toolbox. Further studies exploring the peripheral and central neural sensitization mechanisms in the context of chronic itch are needed.
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- Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, Miami Itch Center, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, United States
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Hiramoto K, Kubo S, Tsuji K, Sugiyama D, Iizuka Y, Hamano H. The Effect of Bacillus coagulans Induced Interactions among Intestinal Bacteria, Metabolites, and Inflammatory Molecules in Improving Natural Skin Aging. Dermatopathology (Basel) 2023; 10:287-302. [PMID: 37873804 PMCID: PMC10594509 DOI: 10.3390/dermatopathology10040037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Revised: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Lactic acid bacteria consumption serves several health benefits to humans. However, their effect on natural skin aging is still unclear. METHODS This study examined the effects of skin naturalization (particularly skin drying) by administering a spore-bearing lactic acid bacteria (Bacillus coagulans) in mice for 2 years. RESULTS B. coagulans administration improved the natural skin of mice and significantly increased proportions of the genera Bacteroides and Muribaculum, among other intestinal bacteria. As metabolites, increases in nicotinic acid, putrescin, and pantothenic acid levels and a decrease in choline levels were observed. Increased hyaluronic acid, interleukin-10, and M2 macrophage levels indicate aging-related molecules in the skin. Intestinal permeability was also suppressed. Thus, these changes together improved natural skin aging. CONCLUSIONS This study revealed that B. coagulans administration improved the natural skin aging in mice. This enhancement might be induced by the interaction of alterations in intestinal flora, metabolites, or inflammatory substances.
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- Keiichi Hiramoto
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Suzuka University of Medical Science, Suzuka 513-8670, Japan
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- Research Department, Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare Co., Ltd., Tokyo 140-8170, Japan; (S.K.); (K.T.); (D.S.); (Y.I.); (H.H.)
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- Research Department, Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare Co., Ltd., Tokyo 140-8170, Japan; (S.K.); (K.T.); (D.S.); (Y.I.); (H.H.)
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- Research Department, Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare Co., Ltd., Tokyo 140-8170, Japan; (S.K.); (K.T.); (D.S.); (Y.I.); (H.H.)
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- Research Department, Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare Co., Ltd., Tokyo 140-8170, Japan; (S.K.); (K.T.); (D.S.); (Y.I.); (H.H.)
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- Research Department, Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare Co., Ltd., Tokyo 140-8170, Japan; (S.K.); (K.T.); (D.S.); (Y.I.); (H.H.)
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Song HK, Park SH, Kim HJ, Jang S, Choo BK, Kim HK, Kim T. Inhibitory effect of Sanguisorba hakusanensis Makino ethanol extract on atopic dermatitis-like responses in NC/Nga mice and human keratinocytes. Sci Rep 2023; 13:14594. [PMID: 37670127 PMCID: PMC10480230 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-41676-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/30/2023] [Indexed: 09/07/2023] Open
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Atopic dermatitis (AD) is an allergic, inflammatory skin disease caused by immune dysregulation. In this study, we investigated anti-atopic and anti-inflammatory activities of Sanguisorba hakusanensis ethanol extract (SHE) both in vivo using NC/Nga mice and in vitro using human HaCaT keratinocytes. Oral administration of SHE suppressed several atopic symptoms associated with house dust mites (induced with Dermatophagoides farinae extract) in NC/Nga mice and decreased serum levels of inflammatory mediators such as immunoglobulin E, histamine, and inflammatory chemokines. Additionally, SHE treatment reduced the infiltration of immune cells such as mast cells and macrophages in AD skin lesions. In vitro, interferon-γ- and tumor necrosis factor-α-stimulated HaCaT cells exhibited increased expression of T helper 1 and 2 chemokines; their expression was inhibited by SHE treatment. The anti-inflammatory effects of SHE treatment involved blocking of the mitogen-activated protein kinase and signal transducer and activator of transcription 1 signaling pathways. In conclusion, SHE exerts potent anti-atopic and anti-inflammatory effects and should be considered for the clinical treatment of AD.
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- Hyun-Kyung Song
- KM Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Yuseong-daero 1672, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, 34054, Republic of Korea
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- KM Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Yuseong-daero 1672, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, 34054, Republic of Korea
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- KM Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Yuseong-daero 1672, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, 34054, Republic of Korea
- College of Pharmacy, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- KM Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Yuseong-daero 1672, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, 34054, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Crop Science and Biotechnology, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju, 54896, Republic of Korea
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- KM Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Yuseong-daero 1672, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, 34054, Republic of Korea.
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- KM Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Yuseong-daero 1672, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, 34054, Republic of Korea.
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Chen S, Tang L, Nie T, Fang M, Cao X. Fructo-oligofructose ameliorates 2,4-dinitrofluorobenzene-induced atopic dermatitis-like skin lesions and psychiatric comorbidities in mice. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2023; 103:5004-5018. [PMID: 36987580 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.12582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Revised: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by pruritus and eczema lesions and psychiatric comorbidities. The gut-brain-skin axis plays a pivotal role during AD development, which might suggest a novel therapeutic strategy for AD. The present study aims to uncover the protective effects and underlying mechanisms of fructo-oligofructose (FOS), a type of prebiotic, on AD-like skin manifestations and comorbid anxiety and depression in AD mice. RESULTS Female Kunming mice were treated topically with 2,4-dinitrofluorobenzene (DNFB) to induce AD-like symptoms and FOS was administered daily for 14 days. The results showed that FOS could alleviate AD-like skin lesions markedly as evidenced by dramatic decreases in severity score, scratching bouts, the levels of immunoglobulin E (IgE) and T helper 1(Th1)/Th2-related cytokines, and the infiltration of inflammatory cells and mast cells to the dermal tissues. The comorbid anxiety and depressive-like behaviors, estimated by the forced swimming test (FST), the tail-suspension test (TST), the open-field test (OFT), and the zero maze test (ZMT) in AD mice, were significantly attenuated by FOS. Fructo-oligofructose significantly upregulated brain neurotransmitters levels of 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) and dopamine (DA). Furthermore, FOS treatment increased the relative abundance of gut microbiota, such as Prevotella and Lactobacillus and the concentrations of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), especially acetate and iso-butyrate in the feces of AD mice. The correlation analysis indicated that the reshaped gut microbiome composition and enhanced SCFAs formation are associated with skin inflammation and behavioral alteration. CONCLUSION Collectively, these data identify FOS as a promising microbiota-targeted treatment for AD-like skin inflammation and comorbid anxiety and depressive-like behaviors. © 2023 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Shaoze Chen
- School of Medicine, Jianghan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- School of Medicine, Jianghan University, Wuhan, China
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- School of Medicine, Jianghan University, Wuhan, China
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- School of Medicine, Jianghan University, Wuhan, China
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Lugović-Mihić L, Meštrović-Štefekov J, Potočnjak I, Cindrić T, Ilić I, Lovrić I, Skalicki L, Bešlić I, Pondeljak N. Atopic Dermatitis: Disease Features, Therapeutic Options, and a Multidisciplinary Approach. Life (Basel) 2023; 13:1419. [PMID: 37374201 DOI: 10.3390/life13061419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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The latest findings regarding AD pathogenesis point to an impaired function of the epidermal barrier, changed immune response, colonization of the skin by microorganisms, and certain psychological factors among other causes/triggers. The inflammatory response of AD patients is mainly associated with the activation of T cells (Th2 cells predominate), dendritic cells, macrophages, keratinocytes, mast cells, and eosinophils. Therapy usually involves medical evaluations and adequate management including treatment of concomitant diseases (e.g., allergies and infections), patient education and nursing care, psychological support, and nutritional consultations, which are organized through specific programs and structured educational groups. Systemic AD therapy includes conventional systemic treatment (cyclosporine, methotrexate, azathioprine) and new, specific drugs, interleukin inhibitors (e.g., dupilumab) and JAK inhibitors (baricitinib, abrocitinib, upadacitinib, etc.). Since many AD patients are affected by various psychological factors and comorbidities, they should be assessed and managed through a multidisciplinary approach, involving different professions (psychologists, ear-nose-throat specialists, pulmonologists, allergologists, immunologists, nutritionists, pediatricians, gastroenterologists, psychiatrists (when necessary), and others). A multidisciplinary approach provides better coping strategies and improves control over the disease, patient adherence to therapy, and quality of life. It also has a positive influence on family quality of life while at the same time making more efficient use of dermatology healthcare resources, reducing the economic burden on both patients and society.
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- Liborija Lugović-Mihić
- Department of Dermatovenereology, Sestre Milosrdnice University Hospital Center, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
- School of Dental Medicine, University of Zagreb, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Dermatovenereology, Sestre Milosrdnice University Hospital Center, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
- School of Dental Medicine, University of Zagreb, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- Institute for Clinical Medical Research and Education, Sestre Milosrdnice University Hospital Center, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Dermatovenereology, Sestre Milosrdnice University Hospital Center, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, 31000 Osijek, Croatia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, 31000 Osijek, Croatia
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- Department of Dermatovenereology, Sestre Milosrdnice University Hospital Center, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Dermatovenereology, Sestre Milosrdnice University Hospital Center, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
- School of Dental Medicine, University of Zagreb, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- School of Dental Medicine, University of Zagreb, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, General Hospital Sisak, 44000 Sisak, Croatia
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Bzioueche H, Tamelghaghet M, Chignon-Sicard B, Bazile N, Hauchecorne P, Barbero Calderón M, Meunier P, Rocchi S, Passeron T, Tulic MK. Ceramide AD™ Restores Skin Integrity and Function following Exposure to House Dust Mite. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24119234. [PMID: 37298186 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24119234] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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Ceramides are epidermal lipids important for normal skin barrier function. Reduced Ceramide content is associated with atopic dermatitis (AD). House dust mite (HDM) has been localized in AD skin where it plays an exacerbator role. We set to examine the impact of HDM on skin integrity and the effect of three separate Ceramides (AD™, DS, Y30) on HDM-induced cutaneous damage. The effect was tested in vitro on primary human keratinocytes and ex vivo on skin explants. HDM (100 μg/mL) decreased the expression of adhesion protein E-cadherin, supra-basal (K1, K10) and basal (K5, K14) keratins and increased matrix metallopeptidase (MMP)-9 activity. The presence of Ceramide AD™ in topical cream inhibited HDM-induced E-cadherin and keratin destruction and dampened MMP-9 activity ex vivo which was not seen for the control cream or cream containing DS or Y30 Ceramides. The efficacy of Ceramide AD™ was tested in a clinical setting on moderate to very dry skin (as surrogate for environment-induced skin damage). When applied topically for 21 days, Ceramide AD™ significantly reduced transepidermal water loss (TEWL) in patients with very dry skin compared to their TEWL baseline data. Our study demonstrates Ceramide AD™ cream to be effective in restoring skin homeostasis and barrier function in damaged skin and warrants testing in larger clinical trials for possible treatment of AD and xerosis.
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- Hanene Bzioueche
- Team 12, Centre Méditerranéen de Médecine Moléculaire (C3M), Université Côte d'Azur, INSERM U1065, 150 Route de Ginestière, CEDEX 3, 06204 Nice, France
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- Team 12, Centre Méditerranéen de Médecine Moléculaire (C3M), Université Côte d'Azur, INSERM U1065, 150 Route de Ginestière, CEDEX 3, 06204 Nice, France
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- Team 12, Centre Méditerranéen de Médecine Moléculaire (C3M), Université Côte d'Azur, INSERM U1065, 150 Route de Ginestière, CEDEX 3, 06204 Nice, France
- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital of Nice, Côte d'Azur University, 06001 Nice, France
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- Team 12, Centre Méditerranéen de Médecine Moléculaire (C3M), Université Côte d'Azur, INSERM U1065, 150 Route de Ginestière, CEDEX 3, 06204 Nice, France
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Pearson J, Leon R, Starr H, Kim SJ, Fogle JE, Banovic F. Establishment of an Intradermal Canine IL-31-Induced Pruritus Model to Evaluate Therapeutic Candidates in Atopic Dermatitis. Vet Sci 2023; 10:vetsci10050329. [PMID: 37235412 DOI: 10.3390/vetsci10050329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/11/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Pruritic models in healthy dogs utilizing intravenous administration of interleukin 31 (IL-31) bypass the "natural" itch sensation in AD, which is initiated by pruriceptive primary afferent neurons in the skin. This study aimed to evaluate the immediate/delayed pruritus responses and the pruritic behaviors observed in an intradermal IL-31-induced pruritic model of healthy dogs and the anti-pruritic effect of oclacitinib on said model. In Phase 1, all the dogs were randomized and video-recorded for 300 min after intradermal canine recombinant IL-31 injections (1.75 µg/kg) and vehicle (phosphate-buffered saline) injections. In Phase 2, all the dogs received oral oclacitinib (0.4-0.6 mg/kg, twice daily for 4 consecutive days and once daily on day 5), with the intradermal IL-31 injection performed on day 5. Two blinded investigators reviewed the pruritic behaviors in all the video recordings. Intradermal IL-31 administration to healthy dogs caused a significant increase in the total (p = 0.0052) and local (p = 0.0003) seconds of pruritic behavior compared to the vehicle control. Oral oclacitinib administration significantly reduced the total (p = 0.0011) and local (p = 0.0156) intradermal IL-31-induced pruritic seconds; there was no significant difference in pruritic seconds between the vehicle and oclacitinib within the IL-31 groups. Significant delayed pruritic responses at 150-300 min after IL-31 injections were observed, and intradermal IL-31 failed to induce acute itch (first 30 min). Intradermal injection of IL-31 induces delayed itch responses in dogs that are diminished by the effect of oclacitinib, an oral JAK inhibitor.
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- Jason Pearson
- College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA
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- Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, Athens, GA 30601, USA
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA
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Martins MS, Almeida IF, Cruz MT, Sousa E. Chronic pruritus: from pathophysiology to drug design. Biochem Pharmacol 2023; 212:115568. [PMID: 37116666 DOI: 10.1016/j.bcp.2023.115568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Revised: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 04/30/2023]
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Pruritus, the most common symptom in dermatology, is an innate response capable of protecting skin against irritants. Nonetheless, when it lasts more than six weeks it is assumed to be a chronic pathology having a negative impact on people's lives. Chronic pruritus (CP) can occur in common and rare skin diseases, having a high prevalence in global population. The existing therapies are unable to counteract CP or are associated with adverse effects, so the development of effective treatments is a pressing issue. The pathophysiological mechanisms underlying CP are not yet completely dissected but, based on current knowledge, involve a wide range of receptors, namely neurokinin 1 receptor (NK1R), Janus kinase (JAK), and transient receptor potential (TRP) ion channels, especially transient receptor potential vanilloid 1 (TRPV1) and transient receptor potential ankyrin 1 (TRPA1). This review will address the relevance of these molecular targets for the treatment of CP and molecules capable of modulating these receptors that have already been studied clinically or have the potential to possibly alleviate this pathology. According to scientific and clinical literature, there is an increase in the expression of these molecular targets in the lesioned skin of patients experiencing CP when compared with non-lesioned skin, highlighting their importance for the development of potential efficacious drugs through the design of antagonists/inhibitors.
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- Márcia S Martins
- CIIMAR-Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, University of Porto, Novo Edifício do Terminal de Cruzeiros do Porto de Leixões, 4450-208 Matosinhos, Portugal; Laboratory of Organic and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- Associate Laboratory i4HB-Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; UCIBIO-Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, MedTech, Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology, Department of Drug Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal.
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- CNC-Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, CIBB-Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology, University of Coimbra, 3004-504 Coimbra, Portugal; Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Coimbra, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal
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- CIIMAR-Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, University of Porto, Novo Edifício do Terminal de Cruzeiros do Porto de Leixões, 4450-208 Matosinhos, Portugal; Laboratory of Organic and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal.
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Wala-Zielińska K, Świerczyńska-Mróz K, Krajewski PK, Nowicka-Suszko D, Krajewska M, Szepietowski JC. Endogenous Opioid Imbalance as a Potential Factor Involved in the Pathogenesis of Chronic Kidney Disease-Associated Pruritus in Dialysis Patients. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12072474. [PMID: 37048558 PMCID: PMC10094828 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12072474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Revised: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/14/2023] Open
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Chronic pruritus is one of the most common symptoms of dermatological diseases. It may occur in the course of other disorders, such as kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease-associated pruritus (CKD-aP) most often affects people with end-stage renal disease. The etiology of this condition is still not fully understood, but researchers are currently focusing on a thorough analysis of the association between disturbed opioid balance and increased neuronal signaling leading to pruritus. The aim of this study is to assess the concentration of endogenous opioids in dialysis patients with and without pruritus and in the control group, and to determine the correlation between the concentration of these substances and the occurrence and severity of itching. The study involved 126 dialysis patients and 50 healthy controls. Patients were divided into groups with pruritus (n = 62) and without pruritus (n = 64). The severity of pruritus was assessed using the NRS scale. The concentration of endogenous opioids was determined using the ELISA. The concentration of met-enkephalin was higher in the group of patients with pruritus compared to the control group. Moreover, significantly lower levels of β-endorphin and dynorphin A were observed in the group of dialysis patients compared to the control group. In addition, a statistically significant difference was seen between the β-endorphin concentration in the group of dialysis patients with pruritus compared to the group without pruritus. The ratio of β-endorphin/dynorphin A concentrations was significantly lower in the group of patients with pruritus compared to patients without pruritus and the control group. No correlations were found between serum level of studied opioids and the severity of pruritus. The concentrations of the studied opioids did not correlate with the severity of pruritus. Observed opioid imbalance may affect the occurrence of CKD-aP in dialysis patients, but a thorough understanding of the mechanism of action of these substances in the sensation of pruritus is necessary to assess the possibility of finding a new therapeutic target.
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- Kamila Wala-Zielińska
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-368 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-368 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-368 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-368 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Nephrology and Transplantation Medicine, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-368 Wroclaw, Poland
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Weihrauch T, Limberg MM, Gray N, Schmelz M, Raap U. Neurotrophins: Neuroimmune Interactions in Human Atopic Diseases. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24076105. [PMID: 37047077 PMCID: PMC10094011 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24076105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2022] [Revised: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 03/21/2023] [Indexed: 04/14/2023] Open
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Allergic diseases are accompanied by a variety of symptoms such as pruritus, coughing, sneezing, and watery eyes, which can result in severe physiological and even psychological impairments. The exact mechanisms of these conditions are not yet completely understood. However, recent studies demonstrated a high relevance of neurotrophins in allergic inflammation, as they induce cytokine release, mediate interaction between immune cells and neurons, and exhibit different expression levels in health and disease. In this review, we aim to give an overview of the current state of knowledge concerning the role of neurotrophins in atopic disorders such as atopic dermatitis, allergic asthma, and allergic rhinitis.
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- Tobias Weihrauch
- Division of Experimental Allergy and Immunodermatology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oldenburg, 26129 Oldenburg, Germany
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- Division of Experimental Allergy and Immunodermatology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oldenburg, 26129 Oldenburg, Germany
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- Division of Experimental Allergy and Immunodermatology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oldenburg, 26129 Oldenburg, Germany
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- Department of Experimental Pain Research, MCTN, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, 68167 Mannheim, Germany
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- Division of Experimental Allergy and Immunodermatology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Oldenburg, 26129 Oldenburg, Germany
- University Clinic of Dermatology and Allergy, University of Oldenburg, 26133 Oldenburg, Germany
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Role of Omega-Hydroxy Ceramides in Epidermis: Biosynthesis, Barrier Integrity and Analyzing Method. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24055035. [PMID: 36902463 PMCID: PMC10003399 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24055035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2023] [Revised: 02/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023] Open
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Attached to the outer surface of the corneocyte lipid envelope (CLE), omega-hydroxy ceramides (ω-OH-Cer) link to involucrin and function as lipid components of the stratum corneum (SC). The integrity of the skin barrier is highly dependent on the lipid components of SC, especially on ω-OH-Cer. Synthetic ω-OH-Cer supplementation has been utilized in clinical practice for epidermal barrier injury and related surgeries. However, the mechanism discussion and analyzing methods are not keeping pace with its clinical application. Though mass spectrometry (MS) is the primary choice for biomolecular analysis, method modifications for ω-OH-Cer identification are lacking in progress. Therefore, finding conclusions on ω-OH-Cer biological function, as well as on its identification, means it is vital to remind further researchers of how the following work should be done. This review summarizes the important role of ω-OH-Cer in epidermal barrier functions and the forming mechanism of ω-OH-Cer. Recent identification methods for ω-OH-Cer are also discussed, which could provide new inspirations for study on both ω-OH-Cer and skin care development.
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Tsuge A, Chiba S, Yagura Y, Okamoto M, Muto S, Hisaka S, Nose M. Hochuekkito exerts the anti-allergic effects via activating regulatory T cells in a murine model of contact hypersensitivity. J Nat Med 2023; 77:352-362. [PMID: 36735163 DOI: 10.1007/s11418-023-01683-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Hochuekkito (HET) is a Kampo prescription, used for the clinical treatment of skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis (AD), in Japan. Oral administration of HET exerts anti-allergic effects in an experimental dermatitis mice model and in patients with atopic dermatitis; however, the mechanism underlying the anti-allergic effects of HET is still unclear. Therefore, we investigated the immunopharmacological properties of the anti-allergic actions of HET using a 2,4,6-trinitrochlorobenzene (TNCB)-induced murine contact hypersensitivity (CHS) model and adoptive cell transfer experiments. Oral administration of HET (1.4 g/kg) exhibited anti-allergic effects in a TNCB-induced CHS model via activation of Tregs; this activation was observed even without antigen sensitization in donor mice. Activation was dependent on the duration of HET administration and required at least 4 days of dosing. In addition, the anti-allergic effects of HET through the activation of Tregs were not antigen specific. Flow cytometry results indicated that the proportion of CD4+CD25+Foxp3+ cells in the splenic lymphocytes increased after oral administration of HET. Therefore, oral administration of HET induced both inducible regulatory T cells (iTregs) and thymus-derived naturally occurring regulatory T cells (nTregs). Ginseng radix and Bupleuri radix were involved in the anti-allergic actions of HET through the induction and/or activation of Tregs; Bupleuri radix participated in the activation of nTregs. In conclusion, our findings suggest that HET exerts the anti-allergic effects through the induction and/or activation of Tregs. These findings elucidate the usefulness of HET as an immunomodulator.
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- Atsushi Tsuge
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Graduate School of Pharmacy, Meijo University, 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 468-8503, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Meijo University, 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 468-8503, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Meijo University, 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 468-8503, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Meijo University, 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 468-8503, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Meijo University, 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 468-8503, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Meijo University, 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 468-8503, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Graduate School of Pharmacy, Meijo University, 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 468-8503, Japan.
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Meijo University, 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 468-8503, Japan.
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Inhibition of Mast Cell Degranulation in Atopic Dermatitis by Celastrol through Suppressing MRGPRX2. DISEASE MARKERS 2023; 2023:9049256. [PMID: 36712922 PMCID: PMC9876689 DOI: 10.1155/2023/9049256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2022] [Revised: 01/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Background Atopic dermatitis is a common dermatological disease, and mast cell degranulation is believed to be related with the progression of atopic dermatitis. Mas-related G protein-coupled receptor-X2 (MRGPRX2), and calcium release-activated calcium channel protein 1-2 (ORAI-1, ORAI-2) are involved in mast cell degranulation. Celastrol is an active monomer of Tripterygium wilfordii, and it presents an antiatopic role. Methods 2,4-Dinitrofluorobenzene (DNFB) and compound 48/80 (C 48/80) were used to establish a slow and acute scratching animal model, respectively. Hematoxylin-eosin and toluidine blue staining was used to investigate tissue injury. Inflammatory factor concentration was measured with ELISA. The expression of MRGPRX2, ORAI-1, and ORAI-2 was detected with immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining. Gene expression profiling and microRNA array were performed to investigate gene differential expression. Results Celastrol greatly inhibited atopic dermatitis-related tissues injury, mast cell production, histamine release, scratching level, inflammatory factor expression, and activation of MRGPRX2/ORAI axis in the DNFB-induced atopic dermatitis model. The influence of Celastrol on atopic dermatitis was remarkably reversed by overexpression of MRGPRX2. Conclusion We found that the improvements of atopic dermatitis caused by Celastrol were reversed by treatment with MRGPRX2OE, indicating that Celastrol might affect atopic dermatitis through MRGPRX2. This study might provide a novel thought for the prevention and treatment of atopic dermatitis by regulating MRGPRX2.
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Effects of Dupilumab on Itch-Related Events in Atopic Dermatitis: Implications for Assessing Treatment Efficacy in Clinical Practice. Cells 2023; 12:cells12020239. [PMID: 36672173 PMCID: PMC9857157 DOI: 10.3390/cells12020239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Revised: 12/23/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Dupilumab attenuates itch and skin inflammation in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD). However, itch-related events that are improved by dupilumab remain unclear. Therefore, the present study investigated changes in clinical scores, serum biomarkers, and the number of intraepidermal nerve fibers (IENFs) using skin biopsies and blood samples from 12 patients with moderate to severe AD before and after treatment with dupilumab. Clinical manifestations were assessed using eczema area and severity index (EASI) and visual analogue scale (VAS) scores at baseline and after 8 and 16 weeks of treatment. Serum levels of total immunoglobulin E (IgE), thymus and activation-regulated chemokine (TARC), interleukin (IL)-4, IL-13, IL-22, and IL-31 were examined by electrochemiluminescence, chemiluminescent enzyme immunoassays, ProQuantum immunoassays, and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) at baseline and after 8 and 16 weeks of treatment. In skin biopsies from AD patients at baseline and after 16 weeks of treatment, IENFs were examined immunohistochemically with the anti-protein gene product (PGP) 9.5 antibody. The dupilumab treatment significantly improved EASI and VAS scores and decreased serum levels of TARC, IgE, and IL-22, whereas those of IL-13 and IL-31, and the number of IENFs remained unchanged and those of IL-4 increased. VAS scores were positively correlated with serum TARC, IL-22, and IgE levels and the degree of epidermal thickening. Serum IL-31 levels were positively correlated with the number of IENFs. These results suggest that serum TARC, IL-22, and IgE levels and epidermal thickness are itch-related events associated with dupilumab treatment and that serum IL-31 levels may reflect the degree of IENF density in AD patients. Therefore, dynamic changes may be used to assess the efficacy of dupilumab treatment to treat itching and inflammation in patients with AD.
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Kim J, Lee SK, Jung M, Jeong SY, You H, Won JY, Han SD, Cho HJ, Park S, Park J, Kim TM, Kim S. Extracellular vesicles from IFN-γ-primed mesenchymal stem cells repress atopic dermatitis in mice. J Nanobiotechnology 2022; 20:526. [PMID: 36496385 PMCID: PMC9741801 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-022-01728-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by immune dysregulation, pruritus, and abnormal epidermal barrier function. Compared with conventional mesenchymal stem cell (MSC), induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived mesenchymal stem cell (iMSC) is recognized as a unique source for producing extracellular vesicles (EVs) because it can be obtained in a scalable manner with an enhanced homogeneity. Stimulation of iMSCs with inflammatory cytokines can improve the immune-regulatory, anti-inflammatory, and tissue-repairing potential of iMSC-derived EVs. RESULTS Proteome analysis showed that IFN-γ-iMSC-EVs are enriched with protein sets that are involved in regulating interferon responses and inflammatory pathways. In AD mice, expression of interleukin receptors for Th2 cytokines (IL-4Rα/13Rα1/31Rα) and activation of their corresponding intracellular signaling molecules was reduced. IFN-γ-iMSC-EVs decreased itching, which was supported by reduced inflammatory cell infiltration and mast cells in AD mouse skin; reduced IgE receptor expression and thymic stromal lymphopoietin and NF-kB activation; and recovered impaired skin barrier, as evidenced by upregulation of key genes of epidermal differentiation and lipid synthesis. CONCLUSIONS IFN-γ-iMSC-EVs inhibit Th2-induced immune responses, suppress inflammation, and facilitate skin barrier restoration, contributing to AD improvement.
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- Jimin Kim
- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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- grid.31501.360000 0004 0470 5905Graduate School of International Agricultural Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do 25354 South Korea ,grid.31501.360000 0004 0470 5905Institutes of Green-Bio Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do 25354 South Korea
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- grid.31501.360000 0004 0470 5905Graduate School of International Agricultural Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do 25354 South Korea ,grid.31501.360000 0004 0470 5905Institutes of Green-Bio Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do 25354 South Korea
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- Brexogen Research Center, Brexogen Inc., Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05855 South Korea
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An Altered Skin and Gut Microbiota Are Involved in the Modulation of Itch in Atopic Dermatitis. Cells 2022; 11:cells11233930. [PMID: 36497188 PMCID: PMC9736894 DOI: 10.3390/cells11233930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2022] [Revised: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Skin and gut microbiota play an important role in the pathogenesis of atopic dermatitis (AD). An alteration of the microbiota diversity modulates the development and course of AD, e.g., decreased microbiome diversity correlates with disease severity, particularly in lesional skin of AD. Itch is a hallmark of AD with unsatisfying treatment until now. Recent evidence suggests a possible role of microbiota in altering itch in AD through gut-skin-brain interactions. The microbial metabolites, proinflammatory cytokines, and impaired immune response lead to a modulation of histamine-independent itch, disruption of epidermal barrier, and central sensitization of itch mechanisms. The positive impact of probiotics in alleviating itch in AD supports this hypothesis, which may lead to novel strategies for managing itchy skin in AD patients. This review summarizes the emerging findings on the correlation between an altered microbiota and gut-skin-brain axis in AD, especially in modulating itchy skin.
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Gazerani P. How Does Botulinum Toxin Inhibit Itch? Toxins (Basel) 2022; 14:toxins14100701. [PMID: 36287970 PMCID: PMC9610088 DOI: 10.3390/toxins14100701] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2022] [Revised: 10/06/2022] [Accepted: 10/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Two decades after reports of the anti-pruritic effects of botulinum neurotoxins (BoNTs), there is still no approved product for the anti-itch indication of BoNTs, and most clinical case reports still focus on the off-label use of BoNTs for various itchy conditions. Few randomized clinical trials have been conducted with controversial results, and the beneficial effects of BoNTs against itch are mainly based on case studies and case series. These studies are valuable in presenting the potential application of BoNTs in chronic pruritic conditions, but due to the nature of these studies, they are categorized as providing lower levels of evidence or lower grades of recommendation. To obtain approval for the anti-pruritic indication of BoNTs, higher levels of evidence are required, which can be achieved through conducting large-scale and well-designed studies with proper control groups and established careful and reliable primary and secondary outcomes. In addition to clinical evidence, presenting the mechanism-based antipruritic action of BoNTs can potentially strengthen, accelerate, and facilitate the current efforts towards further investments in accelerating the field towards the potential approval of BoNTs for itchy conditions. This review, therefore, aimed to provide the state-of-the-art mechanisms underlying the anti-itch effect of BoNTs from basic studies that resemble various clinical conditions with itch as a hallmark. Evidence of the neuronal, glial, and immune modulatory actions of BoNTs in reducing the transmission of itch are presented, and future potential directions are outlined.
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- Parisa Gazerani
- Department of Life Sciences and Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo Metropolitan University, 0130 Oslo, Norway; or
- Department of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, 9220 Aalborg East, Denmark
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Toyama S, Tominaga M, Takamori K. Treatment Options for Troublesome Itch. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 15:ph15081022. [PMID: 36015170 PMCID: PMC9412524 DOI: 10.3390/ph15081022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2022] [Revised: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Itch (or pruritus) is an unpleasant sensation, inducing the desire to scratch. It is also a major and distressing symptom of many skin and systemic diseases. The involvement of histamine, which is a major itch mediator, has been extensively examined. Recent studies suggest that histamine-independent pathways may play roles in chronic itch. Therefore, antihistamines are not always effective in the treatment of patients with chronic itch. The development of biologics and κ-opioid receptor (KOR) agonists has contributed to advances in the treatment of itch; however, since biologics are expensive for patients to purchase, some patients may limit or discontinue their use of these agents. Furthermore, KOR agonists need to be prescribed with caution due to risks of side effects in the central nervous system. Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors are sometimes associated with side effects, such as infection. In this review, we summarize antidepressants, antineuralgics, cyclosporine A, antibiotics, crotamiton, phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor, botulinum toxin type A, herbal medicines, phototherapy, and acupuncture therapy as itch treatment options other than antihistamines, biologics, opioids, and JAK inhibitors; we also explain their underlying mechanisms of action.
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- Sumika Toyama
- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1-1 Tomioka, Urayasu 279-0021, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1-1 Tomioka, Urayasu 279-0021, Chiba, Japan
- Anti-Aging Skin Research Laboratory, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1-1 Tomioka, Urayasu 279-0021, Chiba, Japan
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- Juntendo Itch Research Center (JIRC), Institute for Environmental and Gender-Specific Medicine, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1-1 Tomioka, Urayasu 279-0021, Chiba, Japan
- Anti-Aging Skin Research Laboratory, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1-1 Tomioka, Urayasu 279-0021, Chiba, Japan
- Department of Dermatology, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, 2-1-1 Tomioka, Urayasu 279-0021, Chiba, Japan
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +81-47-353-3171; Fax: +81-47-353-3178
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Capec S, Petrek M, Capec G, Yaremkevych R, Andrashko Y. Psychologic interventions in patients with the chronic dermatologic itch in atopic dermatitis and psoriasis: A step forward with family constellations seminars. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:965133. [PMID: 36035402 PMCID: PMC9411859 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.965133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Chronic itch is a complex psychophysiological sensation, which can severely affect the quality of life in patients with atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. Itch depends on the irritation of receptors in the skin and the processing of sensory information in the central nervous system. Severe itch leads to activation and later on to disruption of the stress response, resulting in disorders of skin repair, functional and microstructural changes in the areas of the central nervous system that are responsible for the perception of itch. Psychosocial stress can be an essential factor, activating neurohumoral mechanisms which lead to increased itch and scratch, exacerbating skin damage. Patients with chronic itch often have sleep disorders, increased irritability, and depletion of the nervous system. They are characterized by disrupting social relationships, high incidence of anxiety, depressive disorders, and suicidal tendencies. Psychological methods of intervention can effectively influence various mechanisms in the pathogenesis of itch and scratch and improve social functioning in patients with chronic dermatological itch. In this mini-review, we discuss family constellation seminars as an effective method of psychological intervention that can reduce the intensity of itch, and improve sleep and performance in patients with atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. This method is insufficiently described in previous reviews of psychological interventions in atopic dermatitis and psoriasis patients. The positive impact of family constellations seminars in patients with chronic dermatological itch may be related to reducing stress by improving understanding of the family situation, appropriate management of family secrets, and enhancing interactions with the social environment.
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- Szergej Capec
- Department of Pathological Physiology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University, Olomouc, Czechia
- *Correspondence: Szergej Capec,
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- Department of Pathological Physiology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University, Olomouc, Czechia
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- Department of Pathological Physiology, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacký University, Olomouc, Czechia
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- Department of Skin and Venereal Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Uzhhorod National University, Uzhhorod, Ukraine
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- Department of Skin and Venereal Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Uzhhorod National University, Uzhhorod, Ukraine
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Matsuda A. Neuroimmune interactions in allergic diseases. Allergol Int 2022; 71:263-264. [PMID: 35690532 DOI: 10.1016/j.alit.2022.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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- Akira Matsuda
- Laboratory of Ocular Atopic Diseases, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.
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