Allergen Sensitization in Skin of Color

Scoping review links contact allergy to AD severity

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Allergic contact dermatitis may worsen atopic dermatitis severity in patients with skin of color, as indicated by a scoping review.
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Adults with skin of color referred for patch testing showed higher atopic dermatitis rates, ranging from 21% to 38% among Black adults.
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Pediatric patients referred for patch testing had a 49% to 67% diagnosis rate of atopic dermatitis, indicating significant prevalence.
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Disparities in access to patch testing were noted, with Black and Hispanic patients underrepresented compared to their population percentages.
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The review highlighted group-specific allergen sensitization patterns, with Black and Asian patients showing higher rates for certain allergens.

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