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Gastrointestinal Effects

Meaning

Gastrointestinal Effects refer to the physiological and symptomatic changes that manifest within the entire digestive tract, encompassing alterations in motility, secretion, nutrient absorption, and mucosal integrity. These effects can be direct, such as the local action of an oral compound, or indirect, resulting from the systemic action of hormones or therapeutic agents on the enteric nervous system. In hormonal health, the intricate relationship between the gut microbiome and intestinal function profoundly influences hormone metabolism and absorption kinetics. A comprehensive clinical approach must always account for this critical, bidirectional communication axis between the endocrine system and the digestive tract.