Probiotics in the prevention and treatment of atopic dermatitis.

Sofia D'Elios, Irene Trambusti, Elvira Verduci, Giuliana Ferrante, Sara Rosati, Gian Luigi Marseglia, Lorenzo Drago, Diego G Peroni

Journal: Pediatric allergy and immunology : official publication of the European Society of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology 2021;31 Suppl 26():43-45

PMID: 33236423

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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.

Address: Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Pediatrics, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy.; Department of Health Science, University of Milan, Milan, Italy.; Department of Science for Health Promotion and Mother and Child Care, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy.; Department of Pediatrics, Foundation IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy.; Clinical Microbiology, University of Milan, Milan, Italy.

DOI: 10.1111/pai.13364

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MeSH Terms: Child, Dermatitis, Atopic, Dietary Supplements, Eczema, Humans, Hypersensitivity, Probiotics