General
Bacteriophages, also known as phages, are viruses that specifically attack and infect bacteria.
In addition to bacterial dysbiosis, dermatological diseases such as acne, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis are also characterized by a relative reduction in the frequency of phages and their overgrowth of the corresponding bacteria.
Phages often have a high specificity for their target bacteria. Phage replacement therapy is a promising therapeutic strategy for combating pathogenic bacteria in dermatological diseases. Novel therapeutic strategies for regulating pathogenic bacteria are particularly important in view of increasing antibiotic resistance. In this review, we aimed to review the medical literature evaluating phage dysbiosis and therapeutic studies in dermatology.
Ultimately, studies have shown promising results for the treatment of acne, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, but are limited by small sample sizes and the omission of control groups in some studies. Additional work is needed to validate the efficacy shown in proof-of-concept studies and to further determine the optimal treatment vehicles, delivery mechanisms and dosing schedules. This review provides the necessary framework for the evaluation of phage efficacy in future trials.
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