Risk Factors for Gut Dysbiosis in Early Life

Dysbiosis refers to a reduction in microbial diversity, combined with a loss of beneficial taxa, and an increase in pathogenic microorganisms. Dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiota can have a substantial effect on the nervous and immune systems, contributing to the onset of several inflammatory diseases.

Citation:
Parkin K, Christophersen CT, Verhasselt V, Cooper MN, Martino D. Risk factors for gut dysbiosis in early life. Microorg. 2021;9(10).

Keywords:
Atopy; Gut dysbiosis; Gut microbiome; Inflammatory disease

Abstract:
Dysbiosis refers to a reduction in microbial diversity, combined with a loss of beneficial taxa, and an increase in pathogenic microorganisms. Dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiota can have a substantial effect on the nervous and immune systems, contributing to the onset of several inflammatory diseases.