According to the Hygiene Hypothesis, Frequent Use of Antimicrobial Cleansers

Multiple Choice

According to the hygiene hypothesis, frequent use of antimicrobial cleansers and antibiotics can

A) impair development of the immune system, predisposing a person to allergies and autoimmune diseases.
B) improve the function of the immune system, reducing the risk for communicable diseases.
C) cause dry and cracked skin, which makes the person more susceptible to skin infections.
D) promote tumor growth in people with a genetic predisposition for cancer.