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Medical Conditions - Malnutrition

Malnutrition is a condition that refers to the deficiency or imbalance in a person's intake of energy and nutrients. It is of four types, and they are deficiency, being underweight, stunting, and wasting. It can occur due to difficulty obtaining food, inappropriate dietary choices, a low income, and various physical and mental health conditions.

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I am 23, female. Why am I losing weight and muscle daily?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Well, it is not easy to make a diagnosis out of this information at the moment.

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My niece has Crohn's disease. Will it cause infertility in women?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

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What causes recurrent fever and body pain in a 13-year-old?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: HbE trait with 11 g% hemoglobin is good and well maintained.

What could cause quadriceps pain in children?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The symptoms you are describing are signs of malnutrition. There is probably some deficit in protein intake for this child.

Are there any diet plans for females to gain weight?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. To gain weight healthily, you need to build muscle. I advise you to engage in regular physical activity and follow a healthy diet pattern.

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Why does my 98-year-old grandmother often feel dizziness?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is good to see your concern about your grandmother. But one thing you have to keep in mind always is that she belongs to a very fragile age group.

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How to prevent seasonal hairfall?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Avoid hair oiling. I will prescribe some medicine that will take three to five months. Probable diagnosis: Telogen effluvium.

Why do I always feel lazy and have muscle pains?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your main problem is you are malnourished, and your (BMI) body mass index is low. Because of weak muscles, you are getting cervical pain and joint pains.

What are the main causes of malnutrition?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

Can body heat cause chickenpox?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, I would want to know if the diagnosis of chickenpox is made by you or a doctor.

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