Climate Conditions, Weather Changes, and Air Pollutants and Atopic Dermatitis

Is there an increased risk of atopic dermatitis among adults who are exposed to environmental factors associated with climate change, such as ambient air pollution, weather, and climate variability?

In this systematic review and meta-analysis that included 42 studies from 14 countries, there was an increase in atopic dermatitis emergency department and outpatient clinic visits for every 10-μg/m³ increase in various ambient air pollutants. Additionally, temperature extremes were associated with increased atopic dermatitis severity.

The study results suggest that there is a need for solutions to reduce pollution and factors associated with extreme weather due to their harmful health effects and the global burden of atopic dermatitis.