Publications by authors named "Ema Barac"
Human β-defensin 2: a connection between infections and allergic skin diseases.
Acta Dermatovenerol Alp Pannonica Adriat
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Beta defensins (β-defensins) are antimicrobial peptides mainly produced by epithelial cells to protect the skin and other organs from harmful microorganisms.* -
- Human β-defensin 2 (HBD2) is linked to allergic reactions and is found at higher levels in patients with skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and psoriasis, contributing to conditions like chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU).* -
- Despite its potential as a marker for inflammation and a possible therapeutic target, more research is needed to understand the mechanisms behind elevated HBD2 levels in allergic skin diseases.*