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  • Microbiology
  • Pulmonology
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Asthma is a prevalent, heterogeneous respiratory disease with significant global impact.
  • Steroid-resistant asthma lacks effective treatments, posing a substantial burden.
  • The role of the microbiome in chronic diseases, including asthma, is gaining attention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current understanding of the microbiome's role in asthma.
  • To explore the microbiome's influence on asthma heterogeneity and progression.
  • To discuss the therapeutic potential of microbiome modulation in asthma management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent advances in microbiome research related to asthma.
  • Analysis of studies investigating respiratory and gastro-intestinal microbiomes.
  • Examination of evidence on microbiome's association with asthma phenotypes and endotypes.

Main Results:

  • The microbiome is linked to asthma initiation, but its role in disease progression and heterogeneity is less understood.
  • Geographical variations may influence the microbiome's impact on asthma.
  • Modulating the microbiome presents potential preventive and therapeutic strategies.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed to elucidate the microbiome's complex role in asthma.
  • Targeting the microbiome offers a promising avenue for novel asthma therapies.
  • Challenges remain in translating microbiome research into clinical practice for asthma management.