the Effectiveness of Probiotics on Atopic Dermatitis With Cow Milk Allergy

A Double Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Study to Compare the Effectiveness of Probiotics on Atopic Dermatitis With Cow Milk Allergy in Korean Infants

There is not enough evidence to support the use of probiotics for prevention or treatment of AD in children in clinical practice.

The purpose of this study is to determine whether probiotics is effective in the treatment of atopic dermatitis with cow milk allergy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Under the 2 years old, 36 children
• Mild to moderate atopic dermatitis with cow milk allergy
• Volunteers who agreed by their parents.
• The severity of their disease was assessed by modified SCORAD index

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe atopic dermatitis
• Patients on systemic steroids, immune-suppression or Korean herbal medicine during the previous 6 weeks
• Anaphylaxis, Angioedema, or severe allergic reaction to the cow milk
• Chronic diarrhea