Bacteria in Asthma Pathogenesis
The airways are under continuous assault from aerosolized bacteria and oral flora. The bacteria present in the airways and gastrointestinal tract of neonates promote immune maturation and protect against asthma pathogenesis. Later bacterial infections and perturbations to the microbiome can contribute to asthma pathogenesis, persistence, and severity.
Source: Immunology and Allergy Clinics of North America - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Michael Insel, Monica Kraft Source Type: research