Article
Regulatory role of T lymphocytes in atopic dermatitis.
Chemical immunology and allergy - 1 Jan 2008
Werfel T, Wittmann M
Abstract excerpt
Eczema does not occur in the absence of T cells. Here we provide an overview on the regulatory impact which T cells have on the establishment and maintenance of atopic dermatitis. Particularly, we outline the role of different T-helper cell subsets (i.e. Th-1, Th-2, T-regulatory and Th-17 cells) and their distinct influence on the cutaneous inflammatory reaction at different stages of the disease. Eczema is...
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