Hygiene Hypothesis

The theory that infectious agents, symbiotic microorganisms, and parasites are normal stimulants for the maturation of the immune system toward a balanced immune response. The theory predicts that lack of such stimulation leads to allergies and AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES.

Year introduced: 2012

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Tree Number(s): K01.752.667.875

MeSH Unique ID: D061148

Entry Terms:

• Hygiene Hypotheses
• Hypotheses, Hygiene
• Hypothesis, Hygiene

See Also:

• Therapy with Helminths

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