Skin Microbiome
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
The skin is the largest organ of the human body and it serves as a physical barrier that protects the body from invasion by foreign organisms.[1] The skin is colonized by millions of microorganisms, which make up the skin microbiome. These include bacteria, fungi, viruses, and mites. As with the gut, the microbiome of the skin plays a role in immunity, healing and health.
Composition of the Skin Microbiome[edit | edit source]
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Role of Skin Microbiome on Health[edit | edit source]
Role of Skin Microbiome on Immunity[edit | edit source]
Role of Skin Microbiome on Wound Healing[edit | edit source]
The interaction
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Grice, Elizabeth A, and Julia A Segre. “The skin microbiome.” Nature reviews. Microbiology vol. 9,4 (2011): 244-53. doi:10.1038/nrmicro2537
- ↑ nature video. The skin microbiome: a healthy bacterial balance. Available from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWE3U3FItlc [last accessed 30/12/2022]
