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Feb 20, 20262 min read

Two gut bacteria species cause constipation by drying colon lining, study finds

Two gut bacteria, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron and Akkermansia muciniphila, work together to break down the colon's protective mucus, causing dryness and constipation.

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Feb 20, 20263 min read

Scientists identify two gut bacteria that cause chronic constipation

Two gut bacteria break down colon mucus, causing chronic constipation. This may explain treatment-resistant cases and link to Parkinson's disease. Blocking a bacterial enzyme prevented constipation in mice, suggesting new treatments.

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