The intestinal microbiota is a complex community of organisms present in the human gastrointestinal tract, some of which can produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) through the fermentation of dietary fiber. SCFAs play a major role in mediating the intestinal microbiota's regulation of host immunity and intestinal homeostasis. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can cause an imbalance between anti-inflammatory and proinflammatory responses in the host. In addition, changes in SCFA levels and the structure of the intestinal microbiota have been observed after RSV infection. Therefore, there may be a link between SCFAs and RSV infection, and SCFAs are expected to be therapeutic targets for RSV infection.

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