Melatonin and Atopy: Role in Atopic Dermatitis and Asthma

Melatonin and Atopy: Role in Atopic Dermatitis and Asthma

Melatonin may have important immunostimulatory actions in allergic diseases, in addition to its well-known antioxidant and cytoprotective effects in several inflammatory conditions. The activation of the immune system leads to free radical production associated with decreased melatonin levels and de...

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Main Authors: Lucia Marseglia, Gabriella D'Angelo, Sara Manti, Carmelo Salpietro, Teresa Arrigo, Ignazio Barberi, Russel J. Reiter, Eloisa Gitto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-08-01
Series:International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Subjects:
melatonin
allergy
bronchial asthma
atopic eczema
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/15/8/13482

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