Updates in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis

Panelists discuss the pathophysiology of atopic dermatitis, highlighting the role of type 2 inflammation in driving the disease process and explaining how this inflammation contributes to the characteristic itch-scratch cycle seen in affected individuals.

Panelists discuss how atopic dermatitis is linked to other type 2 inflammatory conditions in the pediatric population, exploring the shared immune pathways and comorbidities that connect these disorders.

Panelists discuss the mental and physical burden of atopic dermatitis on pediatric patients and their caregivers and share approaches to addressing the psychosocial impact of the condition, highlighting how these factors influence treatment selection and care strategies.

Panelists discuss the unique challenges of managing atopic dermatitis in children compared with adults, focusing on factors such as skin barrier differences, treatment adherence, and the impact on growth and development.