Evidence supporting the use of: Bacteria
For the body system: Rectum

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Bacteria, specifically beneficial strains known as probiotics, have significant scientific validation for supporting the health of the rectum and the broader lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The rectum is the terminal segment of the large intestine, and its health is closely tied to the balance of the gut microbiota. Probiotics, such as species from the genera Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, are well-studied for their role in maintaining and restoring healthy microbial communities within the colon and rectum. Clinical studies have shown that probiotics can help prevent and manage conditions such as antibiotic-associated diarrhea, ulcerative colitis, and even reduce the recurrence of infections like Clostridioides difficile. They achieve these effects by enhancing the mucosal barrier, modulating immune responses, producing short-chain fatty acids (which nourish colonocytes), and outcompeting pathogenic bacteria. In the context of rectal health specifically, probiotics have been investigated for their ability to reduce inflammation, support the healing of anal fissures, and alleviate symptoms of proctitis (inflammation of the rectum). While more research is needed to clarify the specific strains and dosages most effective for rectal disorders, the current body of evidence supports the use of certain bacteria to maintain and restore rectal and lower GI health.

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