Author Interviews, Microbiome, UCSD / 24.02.2021
Bacteria From Healthy Human Skin Can Be Used to Treat Atopic Dermatitis – Eczema
MedicalResearch.com Interview with:
Dr. Richard Gallo, MD, PhD
Ima Gigli Distinguished Professor of Dermatology
Chair of the Department of Dermatology
UC San Diego School of Medicine
MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? Would you briefly explain what is meant by atopic dermatitis/eczema? How common is it and what are the symptoms.
Response: Atopic Dermatitis is a common inflammatory disease of the skin that appears in up to 20% of children and 3% of the adult population. People suffering from atopic dermatitis have red, itchy skin. In many cases this rash will disrupt sleeping and severely impact quality of life. Also, people with atopic dermatitis are more susceptible to infections of the skin and are more likely to have other allergies and asthma.
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