Probiotics and prebiotics in dermatology

The rapid increase in the medical use of probiotics and prebiotics in recent years has confirmed their excellent safety profile. As immune modulators, they have been used in inflammatory skin conditions, such as atopic dermatitis. We review the literature regarding the use of probiotics and prebioti...

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Published in:Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2014-10, Vol.71 (4), p.814-821
Main Authors: Baquerizo Nole, Katherine L., MD, Yim, Elizabeth, MPH, Keri, Jonette E., MD, PhD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
acne
Acne Vulgaris - diagnosis
Acne Vulgaris - drug therapy
atopic dermatitis
Dermatitis, Atopic - diagnosis
Dermatitis, Atopic - drug therapy
Dermatology
Dermatology - methods
Humans
Immunologic Factors
Male
Prebiotics
probiotics
Probiotics - therapeutic use
Prognosis
Risk Assessment
Severity of Illness Index
Treatment Outcome
wound healing
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Summary:The rapid increase in the medical use of probiotics and prebiotics in recent years has confirmed their excellent safety profile. As immune modulators, they have been used in inflammatory skin conditions, such as atopic dermatitis. We review the literature regarding the use of probiotics and prebiotics in dermatology. Probiotics and prebiotics appear to be effective in reducing the incidence of atopic dermatitis in infants, but their role in atopic dermatitis treatment is controversial. Their role in acne, wound healing, and photoprotection is promising, but larger trials are needed before a final recommendation can be made.
ISSN:0190-9622
1097-6787
DOI:10.1016/j.jaad.2014.04.050