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Malabsorption is the inability to absorb nutrients from the food you eat by the small intestine. Light-colored, foul-smelling, and bulky stools are the main symptoms. The causes of malabsorption are cystic fibrosis, celiac disease, and some infection of the small intestine.

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What can cause low WBC count?

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Can malabsorption cause fatigue, malaise, dizziness, and hair loss?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: Yes, your doctor is right. You are not anemic.

I have IBSD. Can it cause colitis or malabsorption?

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Can there be no menses when anemic?

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How can I restore my gut microbiome?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am glad to hear that you have come back from the acute attack. The virus usually affects the lining of intestinal tissue.

I am not able to gain weight and muscles.Please advise.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. If you are unable to gain weight, you should be evaluated for organic causes behind it.

Why is vitamin B12 absorption reduced in the body?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vitamin B12 needs a high oral dose that has to be taken. Moreover, PPI (proton pump inhibitor), antibiotic therapy, intense gastritis, etc., further reduce its absorption.

What do high calprotectin, CRP, bleeding, and diarrhea mean?

Hello, Welcome to iCliniq.com. I understand your concern. Thank you for sharing the colonoscopy image (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity).

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What is the best diet for someone with fat malabsorption?

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