Justyna Drozdowska

Dr. Justyna Drozdowska

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Academic Career Length

1Year (2026-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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15 May 2026 in Pharmaceutics
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KAKlara Andrzejczak
Klara Andrzejczak
EKEmilia Kucharczyk
Emilia Kucharczyk
MKMatylda Jagoda Korgiel
Matylda Jagoda Korgiel
JDJustyna Drozdowska
Justyna Drozdowska
JMJoanna Maj
Joanna Maj
MPMałgorzata Ponikowska
Małgorzata Ponikowska
Chronic inflammatory skin diseases, including psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), and atopic dermatitis (AD), are increasingly recognized as systemic disorders associated with chronic immune dysregulation. Growing evidence supports their links with metabolic disorders, reflected in heightened interest in therapeutic strategies targeting the immunometabolic axis. This review summarizes current knowledge on the role of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) in the regulation of immune and metabolic processes in chronic inflammatory skin diseases, with particular emphasis on molecular mechanisms and available experimental and clinical data. GLP-1RAs, widely used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity, may also exhibit anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties beyond their classical metabolic effects. GLP-1 signalling can influence keratinocyte function, immune cell activity, and wound healing. Furthermore, it modulates multiple intracellular signalling pathways, including cAMP/PKA, AMPK, PI3K/Akt, and NF-κB, as well as immune axes such as IL-23/Th17/IL-17 and inflammasome-related signalling. Available evidence suggests that GLP-1RAs may reduce inflammation and disease activity in selected inflammatory dermatoses. However, current evidence remains limited and is based primarily on experimental studies, case reports, and small-scale observational studies. Further well-designed clinical trials are needed to better define the therapeutic potential of GLP-1RAs and their role in dermatological practice.

20 March 2026 in Pharmaceuticals
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JGJulia Klaudia Gąsiorowska
Julia Klaudia Gąsiorowska
EKEmilia Kiełczyńska
Emilia Kiełczyńska
WDWeronika Dziamara
Weronika Dziamara
AGAmelia Grundys
Amelia Grundys
JDJustyna Drozdowska
Justyna Drozdowska
KGKrzysztof Gomułka
Krzysztof Gomułka
Background: Hypersensitivity reactions to benzodiazepines, although uncommon, represent a clinically relevant issue in perioperative practice. Benzodiazepines are widely used medications with anxiolytic, sedative, and anticonvulsant properties. The objective of this review is to synthesize current knowledge on benzodiazepine hypersensitivity, focusing on underlying mechanisms, clinical manifestations, diagnostic considerations, and strategies for management and prevention in the perioperative setting. Methodology: A narrative synthesis of the current literature on hypersensitivity reactions to benzodiazepines was performed. The review included published case reports, case series, and clinical studies describing hypersensitivity reactions, their clinical presentation, and diagnostic approaches. Particular attention was given to both immunological and non-immunological mechanisms, reported clinical phenotypes, and issues relevant to perioperative patient safety. Results: The extant evidence suggests that benzodiazepine hypersensitivity may involve both immunological and non-immunological pathways. The spectrum of reported reactions encompasses mild cutaneous manifestations and severe systemic responses, although the incidence remains low. This review highlights diagnostic challenges related to variable clinical presentation and the limited availability of standardized testing methods. Conclusions: Although cases of benzodiazepine hypersensitivity are uncommon, awareness of potential reactions is critical for ensuring safe clinical practice. This review emphasizes the necessity for additional research to elucidate the underlying mechanisms, standardize the diagnostic criteria, and formulate management protocols.