Publications by authors named "Kinga Tyczynska"

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  • * Out of 129 RTRs studied, those with pruritus showed significantly higher NT-4 levels compared to those without, but BDNF levels were similar across groups.
  • * A positive correlation was found between NT-4 levels and the intensity of itching, suggesting NT-4 may play a role in CP among RTRs.
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The association of cutaneous and extracutaneous abnormalities is a common phenomenon, widely described in a variety of genetic syndromes. Nevertheless, yet undescribed syndromic combinations may still exist. Herein we present a case report of a patient who was admitted to the Dermatology Department due to multiple basal cell carcinomas arising from nevus sebaceous.

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Introduction: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, inflammatory skin disorder with a well-documented impact on quality of life (QoL). Due to the very distinctive features of HS the clinical picture, and lack of specific questions, generic dermatology QoL questionnaires cannot adequately reflect patients' suffering.

Aim: To translate and validate the Polish version of the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Quality of Life 24 (HSQoL-24) questionnaire.

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Renal failure in the course of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a consequence of many factors, including drug-induced nephrotoxicity, comorbidities and chronic inflammation. Contemporary treatment strategies have reduced the incidence of renal failure in the population of RA patients. However, it remains a problem for approximately 25% of patients.

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Chronic itch (CI) is a common symptom caused by both dermatological and systemic disorders. CI is also a frequent, burdensome symptom among renal transplant recipients (RTR); however, its pathophysiology is not fully understood. The aim of this study was to assess the differences in concentration of IL-31 among itchy RTR.

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Itch is the most common symptom of chronic dermatoses. Moreover, itch may be associated with systemic disorders. Chronic kidney disease—associated itch (CKD-aI) may affect up to 20% of renal transplant recipients (RTR).

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Introduction: Psoriasis (Ps) is a common chronic, recurrent, immune-mediated, inflammatory skin disease affecting up to 2% of children. It has a well-established impact on patients' quality of life. Moreover, patients with psoriasis exhibit a higher prevalence of comorbidities, including hypertension, diabetes, and inflammatory bowel disease.

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