What Are the Implications of Commensal Microorganisms in Disease?
While commensal microorganisms are generally beneficial, dysbiosis—an imbalance in the microbial community—can contribute to various diseases. Conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), atopic dermatitis, and even some types of cancer have been linked to alterations in the microbiota. Histological examination of tissues from patients with these conditions often reveals inflammation, disrupted epithelial barriers, and microbial infiltration.
