Current and Emerging Therapies in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis

Dermatol Ther (Heidelb). 2022 Dec;12(12):2691-2703. doi: 10.1007/s13555-022-00829-4. Epub 2022 Oct 18.

Abstract

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common inflammatory skin disease seen in children. It is a heterogeneous disorder, with a variety of associated manifestations and symptoms. Cases may range from mild to severe. As a result, a spectrum of prescription and nonprescription therapies may be utilized when managing this condition. This article provides an extensive overview of these therapies, with equal consideration provided to current, emerging, and alternative options used in the pediatric population.

Keywords: Allergies; Alternatives; Atopic dermatitis; Biologics; Complementary; JAK inhibitors; Pediatric; Phototherapy; Systemics; Topicals.

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  • Review