Tampa dermatologists clinical trial for nail psoriasis generating encouraging results

Tampa Dermatologist Dr. Seth Forman is expressing boundless optimism as the clinical trial for nail psoriasis his office in conducting is producing astounding results

Reformulated to specifically treat nail psoriasis, the medication Humira is being used in phase III of a clinical trial. Humira is an already available medication known to relieve pain and to reduce inflammation in a number of autoimmune diseases, including psoriasis.

Throughout the trials, the reformulated version of the medication has been given to patients in order to monitor and confirm its effectiveness. So far, the Tampa dermatologist says hes impressed with the findings.

We are happy with what weve seen so far, said Dr. Forman. This is by far the most effective nail psoriasis treatment Ive ever seen. The results are that spectacular.

The condition is a common feature seen in conjunction with cutaneous psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Nail psoriasis can affect as much as 50 percent of all psoriasis patients, causing distress from pain and an unsightly look, according to the Psoriasis Institute.

While the ongoing nail psoriasis clinical trials continue to move along fluidly, Dr. Forman says they are far from being over.

The trials are still in the beginning phases and there is still a lot of work to be done, said the Tampa dermatologist. We aim to continue treating patients, both new and current, until we are fully satisfied with the outcome.

Dr. Formans office offers multiple clinical trials for eczema, plaque psoriasis nail psoriasis and others. Clinical trials offer patients, insured or not, the opportunity for complimentary healthcare.

If interested in being a part of the clinical trial for nail psoriasis, or for more on Dr. Seth Forman, Tampa dermatology or Forman Dermatology and Skin Cancer Institute, please visitwww.FormanDerm.com.

About Dr. Seth Forman:Dr. Forman is a board-certified dermatologist practicing in Tampa, Florida. He was voted the Best Dermatologist in Carrollwood in 2011 and 2012 by the Carrollwood News and Tribune. In December 2011, he opened his newTampa dermatologyoffice, Forman Dermatology and Skin Cancer Institute, where he gives psoriasis sufferers access to the latest treatment options, including topical and oral medications, as well as biological and phototherapy. Dr. Forman is one of the few Tampa dermatologists to offer narrowband light therapy, which uses pharmaceutical grade light to suppress psoriasis. Hes also one of the few board-certified dermatologists in the U.S. to use the SRT-100 radiotherapy to treat basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer.

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Tampa dermatologists clinical trial for nail psoriasis generating encouraging results