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Probiotics in the prevention and treatment of atopic dermatitis
Author(s) -
D’Elios Sofia,
Trambusti Irene,
Verduci Elvira,
Ferrante Giuliana,
Rosati Sara,
Marseglia Gian Luigi,
Drago Lorenzo,
Peroni Diego G.
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
pediatric allergy and immunology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.269
H-Index - 89
eISSN - 1399-3038
pISSN - 0905-6157
DOI - 10.1111/pai.13364
Subject(s) - atopic dermatitis , medicine , probiotic , flora (microbiology) , atopy , dermatology , allergy , immunology , bacteria , genetics , biology
Abstract The use of probiotic supplements might change the composition of the intestinal flora of children, subsequently modulating the immune system's reactivity. The effects of probiotic administration for the prevention/treatment of allergic diseases and atopic dermatitis, in particular, are still so controversial that no definitive recommendation can be made at this stage. Differences in strain specificity, timing, and length of administration all contribute to diversifying the conclusions of this review.