Rheumatoid Arthritis Known HLA Associations are Unlikely To Be Associated With Atopic Dermatitis.

Individuals with atopic dermatitis (AD) frequently have illnesses such as asthma and seasonal allergies. Recent studies have revealed associations between AD and rheumatoid arthritis (RA)1,2 For example, a study from Germany showed an increased risk of RA for those with AD (risk ratio 1.72, 95% CI 1.25-2.37).