The Clinical Diversity of Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition associated with diverse cutaneous presentations. Differences in clinical phenotypes in skin of color (SOC) patients with AD have been previously noted in race-based analyses. We conducted a narrative review to better characterize the clinical diversity of AD and understand these differences in the context of race, ethnicity, and SOC. Notable racial and ethnic differences in clinical phenotypes have been observed; however, these analyses often are limited by deeper understanding of the true causative factors driving observed differences. Dermatologists should be familiar with the heterogeneity of AD lesional morphology and inflammation severity across all skin types.