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malabsorption

/ˌmæl.əbˈzɔːp.ʃən/

/ˌmæl.əbˈzɔːrp.ʃən/

malabsorptionnoun

malabsorptions

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Translations

Malabsorption can lead to various nutritional deficiencies.

Мальабсорбция может привести к различным дефицитам питательных веществ.

Definitions

A condition in which the small intestine cannot absorb nutrients properly from food.

The patient was diagnosed with malabsorption, which explained the nutrient deficiencies despite a balanced diet.

Poor or inadequate absorption of nutrients from the digestive tract, especially the small intestine, due to any underlying disorder or defect.

Chronic diarrhea can be a sign of malabsorption caused by pancreatic insufficiency.

Synonyms

nutrient deficiency

impaired absorption

absorption disorder

malabsorptionadjective

/ˌmæl.əbˈzɔːp.ʃən/

/ˌmæl.əbˈzɔːrp.ʃən/

Used attributively in medical contexts, e.g., "malabsorption syndrome"

Definitions

Relating to, caused by, or characteristic of malabsorption.

Malabsorption symptoms often include unintentional weight loss and fatigue.

Synonyms