Like mother, like child: The maternal microbiome impacts offspring asthma.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.xcrm.2022.100722 and PMC identifier 9418848.
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Abstract
The link between the maternal microbiome and offspring allergy is poorly defined. McCauley and colleagues now demonstrate that heritable bacteria are associated with infant asthma susceptibility and induce immunosuppression of allergic inflammation, suggesting significant implications for asthma-preventative interventions<sup>1</sup>.
Medical subject headings
- Asthma
- Hypersensitivity
- Microbiota