Some organs that make up the digestive system include the following:
Jejunum – the jejunum’s principal role is to absorb carbohydrates, amino acids, and fatty acids.
Rectum – similar to the rest of the intestinal lining, the rectal lining is composed of gleaming red tissue that contains mucus glands. While the rectum’s lining is generally insensitive to pain, the nerves from the anus and adjacent external skin are extremely sensitive.
Appendix – The appendix is normally located in the lower right abdomen. The appendix serves no purpose. According to one theory, the appendix works as a reservoir for beneficial bacteria, “rebooting” the digestive system following diarrheal disorders.
Some organs that make up the digestive system include the following:
Jejunum – the jejunum’s principal role is to absorb carbohydrates, amino acids, and fatty acids.
Rectum – similar to the rest of the intestinal lining, the rectal lining is composed of gleaming red tissue that contains mucus glands. While the rectum’s lining is generally insensitive to pain, the nerves from the anus and adjacent external skin are extremely sensitive.
Appendix – The appendix is normally located in the lower right abdomen. The appendix serves no purpose. According to one theory, the appendix works as a reservoir for beneficial bacteria, “rebooting” the digestive system following diarrheal disorders.
References:
Ansari, P. (2021, February). Overview of the Anus and Rectum. MSD Manual. https://www.msdmanuals.com/home/digestive-disorders/anal-and-rectal-disorders/overview-of-the-anus-and-rectum#:~:text=The%20rectal%20lining%20consists%20of,are%20very%20sensitive%20to%20pain.
Collins, J., Nguyen, A., & Badireddy, M. (2021, August 11). Anatomy, Abdomen and Pelvis, Small Intestine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK459366/#:~:text=The%20primary%20function%20of%20the,go%20on%20to%20be%20recycled.
Hoffman, M. (2019, May 8). Appendix. Web MD. https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/picture-of-the-appendix#:~:text=Normally%2C%20the%20appendix%20sits%20in,remnant%20from%20our%20evolutionary%20past.