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Abstract
Immune-mediated skin disorders arise from dysfunctional immune responses, instigating inflammatory dermatoses and a reduced quality of life. The complex pathogenesis likely involves genetic risks, environmental triggers and aberrant immune activation. An emerging body of evidence suggests that bile acid disturbances may critically promote immune pathology in certain skin conditions. Bile acids synthesised from cholesterol regulate nutrient metabolism and immune cell function via nuclear receptors and G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). Altered bile acid profiles and receptor expression have been identified in psoriasis, atopic dermatitis (AD) and autoimmune blistering diseases. Disruptions in bile acid signalling affect the inflammatory and metabolic pathways linked to these disorders. Targeting components of the bile acid axis represents a promising therapeutic strategy. This review elucidates the intricate links between bile acid homeostasis and immune dysfunction in inflammatory skin diseases, synthesising evidence that targeting bile acid pathways may unlock innovative therapeutic avenues. This study compiles clinical and experimental data revealing disrupted bile acid signalling and composition in various immune-mediated dermatoses, highlighting the emerging significance of bile acids in cutaneous immune regulation.
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Experimental Dermatology provides a vehicle for the rapid publication of innovative and definitive reports, letters to the editor and review articles covering all aspects of experimental dermatology. Preference is given to papers of immediate importance to other investigators, either by virtue of their new methodology, experimental data or new ideas. The essential criteria for publication are clarity, experimental soundness and novelty. Letters to the editor related to published reports may also be accepted, provided that they are short and scientifically relevant to the reports mentioned, in order to provide a continuing forum for discussion. Review articles represent a state-of-the-art overview and are invited by the editors.