How Does the Microbiome Affect Neonatal Disorders?
Certain neonatal disorders are closely linked to the state of the microbiome: - Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC): This severe gastrointestinal disease is more common in preterm infants and is associated with an imbalanced gut microbiome. - Sepsis: An abnormal microbiome can increase the risk of systemic infections, leading to sepsis in newborns. - Atopic Diseases: Early microbial exposure can influence the development of atopic diseases like eczema and asthma later in life.
