Microbiome
Characterizing the Microbiome in Postmenopausal Women with Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus
Vulvar lichen sclerosus is a chronic inflammatory condition that leads to scarring, obliteration of normal vulvar architecture, dyspareunia, and significant decrease in quality of life. Little is known about the…
Characterizing the Role of the Cutaneous Microbiota in Darier Disease
Darier disease is an inherited disorder of acantholytic dyskeratosis. Lesions are most prominent on seborrheic skin and are prone to secondary infections, which lead to disease flares and significant morbidity….
Skin Microbiome — Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor Crosstalk at Skin Interface Regulates Barrier Function
A compromised skin barrier results in increased susceptibility to pathogens and chronic conditions (e.g., atopic dermatitis) that severely impact human appearance. The skin microbiome is a critical regulator of skin…