Probiotics and allergic rhinitis.
- Author:
Shi HUANG
;
Yu ZHAO
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Animals;
Humans;
Probiotics;
therapeutic use;
Rhinitis, Allergic;
Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial;
therapy
- From:
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
2013;27(2):109-112
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
The prevalence of allergic diseases has increased in recent years, and primary prevention of allergic disease is considered to be an elusive goal. This paper summarizes the recent publications on probiotics in allergic rhinitis. It focuses on clinical and laboratory observations of treatment or prevention of allergic rhinitis. Probiotics administration represents different outcome, its effects depend on a variety of factors, such as dosing regimen, delivery method and the types of bacterium. Since the data from different research centers are conflicting, the further studies are required.
