Microbe exposure may not protect against developing allergic disease
Medical Xpress
March 4, 2026
The "hygiene hypothesis" suggests exposure to diverse types of microbes may protect against developing diseases caused by allergens, but a new study in mice reveals that adults' exposure to diverse microbes and allergens may in fact worsen certain allergic conditions.
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Originally published on Medical Xpress on 3/4/2026