Erschienen in:
01.07.2019 | Otitis (DP Skoner, Section Editor)
Vitamin D and Otitis Media
verfasst von:
Rebecca E. Walker, Jim Bartley, Carlos A. Camargo Jr, Edwin A. Mitchell
Erschienen in:
Current Allergy and Asthma Reports
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Ausgabe 7/2019
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Abstract
Purpose of Review
To examine the relationship between vitamin D and otitis media.
Recent Findings
Vitamin D deficiency has been associated with several respiratory diseases, including otitis media. Vitamin D supplementation may reduce the risk of otitis media. This relationship may be explained by vitamin D supporting the immune system by upregulating antimicrobial peptides which are effective against otopathogens and biofilm formation, supporting a less inflammatory immune response, or promoting beneficial commensal bacteria.
Summary
This review will explore risk factors of both otitis media and vitamin D deficiency, the evidence of vitamin D being beneficial for various forms of otitis media, and possible mechanisms of action.