Objective:

To explore the interplay between genetics, microbiomes, and environmental factors in autoimmune disorders and their implications for clinical practice.

Approach:

Key Findings:

• Significant polygenic overlap between IBD and RA with shared genetic loci such as TNFAIP3, COG6/TNFSF11, and JAK2.
• IL1B rs16944 polymorphism linked to increased risk of IIMs, particularly dermatomyositis and polymyositis.
• Specific genetic variants in RA, including HLA-DRB1 and PTPN22, may predict treatment responsiveness.
• Environmental factors, particularly viral infections, may trigger autoimmune diseases, as seen in anti-MDA5+ dermatomyositis.

Interpretation:

The interplay of genetic predisposition and environmental triggers is crucial in understanding autoimmune diseases.

Limitations:

• Focus primarily on European ancestry in GWAS datasets.
• Need for functional validation of identified genetic variants.
• Limited exploration of multiethnic cohorts and the need for large-scale longitudinal studies.

Conclusion:

Future research should integrate genomics, immunology, and environmental science to enhance understanding and treatment of autoimmune disorders.

Source

Based on findings from:

Editorial: Genetics, microbiomes, and environmental factors in autoimmunity: from bench to bedside

Shaharir, Syahrul Sazliyana , Ali, Adli , Adeeb, Fahd . Frontiers In Immunology, 2026.

https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/immunology/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2026.1897679/full

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