Case Report

Anti-Immunoglobulin E in the Treatment of Refractory Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common diagnosis seen in both children and adults, and it is often the first manifestation of atopic disease. Research has shown a strong correlation between serum IgE levels, the severity of atopic dermatitis, and co-existing asthma and/or allergic rhinitis.18 Omalizumab (Xolair®, East Hanover, NJ; Genentech,…