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meRfi® Microbiome for Physicians:
… are interested in probiotics, prebiotics, and FMT as central tools to modulate the gut microbiota in IBD, IBS, C. difficile infection, and other gastrointestinal diseases. They discuss probiotics as an adjunctive therapeutic option (e.g., in ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and irritable bowel syndrome) to correct dysbiosis, strengthen barrier function, and modulate inflammation. They use FMT mainly in recurrent CDI but are also interested in standardized, industrially produced microbiota‑based products—currently mostly within clinical studies.
… use probiotics predominantly for antibiotic‑associated symptoms and functional gastrointestinal disorders, but often assess their use with evidence‑based skepticism. They view prebiotics primarily as a building block of a healthy, fiber‑rich diet rather than as a pharmacological intervention. They know the principle of FMT and usually recommend it only in recurrent CDI, referring patients to specialized centers. They ask for practical, indication‑specific recommendations (product, dose, duration) and a clear distinction between marketing claims and robust evidence.
… have a broad interest in probiotics, prebiotics, FMT, and the microbiome across GI, metabolic, immunological, and oncological conditions, but are cautious about broad prescriptions due to heterogeneous data and a lack of clear guidelines. They mainly use probiotics in IBS, IBD, C. difficile‑ or antibiotic‑related diarrhea, liver cirrhosis, or susceptibility to infections. They regard prebiotics as a component of structured dietary concepts (e.g., in metabolic syndrome, NAFLD/MAFLD, functional constipation, IBS) but demand better data on dose, formulation, and long‑term effects. They accept FMT primarily in recurrent CDI and partly in ulcerative colitis, refer to specialized centers, and remain critical regarding risks and regulatory issues. They recognize the potential of microbiome‑related data for diagnostics and individualized therapy (e.g., in immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment), but critically reject commercial microbiome tests and exaggerated marketing claims. They wish for structured continuing education and practical, guideline‑oriented recommendations.
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