Publications by authors named "Till Kaemmerer"

Introduction: Cutaneous T-cell lymphomas (CTCLs) are rare diseases characterized by infiltration of malignant T-cells into the skin. We evaluated the prevalence, epidemiology, and therapy of CTCLs, focusing on its most well-known subtypes, namely mycosis fungoides (MF) and Sézary syndrome (SS).

Patients And Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the medical data of patients with a histologically confirmed diagnosis of CTCL presenting to our outpatient department during a 5-year period from January 2015 to December 2019.

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Hyperhidrosis can significantly curtail patient quality of life, from debilitating physical symptoms to social stigmatization and reduced life opportunities. Current treatments often prove unsatisfactory, especially in sufferers of generalized hyperhidrosis. In this open trial, we present the case of a refractory generalized hyperhidrosis treated with cannabinoids.

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Background: Acne vulgaris is an inflammatory skin disorder leading to an impairment of quality of life and is therefore not only a cosmetic issue. Its pathogenesis is multifactorial - of particular importance is the colonization with the bacterium Propionibacterium acnes. A wide range of different treatment options exists including topical and systemic treatments depending on severity.

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Article Synopsis
  • The study analyzed data from 35 patients with cutaneous T-cell lymphomas (CTCLs) treated with alitretinoin over a 7-year period, focusing on demographics, treatment response, and side effects.
  • About 37.2% of patients responded positively to the treatment, while 63% reported no side effects, with hypertriglyceridemia being the most common issue.
  • The results suggest that alitretinoin could be a viable and low-cost treatment option for patients with less advanced CTCLs, as it demonstrated a good level of efficacy with minimal side effects.
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