A review of comorbidities in atopic dermatitis

Abstract

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, recurrent inflammatory skin disorder that can affect people of all ages. Considering its high disease burden, it is traditionally linked with psychosocial comorbidities, including depression, anxiety, social anxiety, and substantially impaired quality of life. With advancements in understanding the pathogenesis of AD and the critical importance of comorbidities in managing patients with skin conditions, an increased number of studies have recently shown that a variety of comorbidities are more frequently seen in patients with AD. The recognition of these comorbidities is important for the optimum management of patients and the selection of systemic treatments. In this review, comorbidities in pediatric and adult patients with AD are summarized.