Sand Play - the Effect of Biodiversity Exposure on Atopic Dermatitis
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Atopic Dermatitis
Nature, Human
Microbial Colonization
Immune System and Related Disorders
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
At a Glance
- Age
- 2 – 5
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 80 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Natural Resources Institute Finland · Government
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About This Trial
The prevalence of atopic dermatitis has increased along with urbanization and biodiversity loss. According to biodiversity hypothesis, the main reason is urban lifestyle and reduced contact to microbial diversity. Previous studies indicate association between atopic dermatitis and exposure to natural microbes in childhood.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Eczema Area and Severity Index ≥ 2
Exclusion Criteria:
* Eczema Area and Severity Index \< 2
* Immune deficiencies, i.e., antibody deficiency
* Immunosuppressive systematic medications
* A disease affecting immune response (e.g., colitis ulcerosa, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn…
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