malabsorption
noun
mal·ab·sorp·tion
ˌma-ləb-ˈsȯrp-shən 
-ˈzȯrp-
: faulty absorption especially of nutrient materials from the gastrointestinal tract
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The condition was originally identified as the reason why some people who’d had GI surgery or a digestive disease developed malabsorption (or failed to soak up nutrients from food).
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 24 Oct. 2024
Taking vitamin A supplements may be necessary for certain people, such as those with malabsorption issues and pregnant or breastfeeding people.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 16 Sep. 2024
Several conditions cause malabsorption, including: Celiac disease: This autoimmune condition triggers the body to react when gluten (a protein in grains) is consumed.
—Cristina Mutchler, Health, 31 July 2024
The pancreas doesn't produce enough enzymes to digest food, leading to malabsorption and potentially frequent poop with foam.
—Cristina Mutchler, Health, 31 July 2024
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 24 Oct. 2024
Taking vitamin A supplements may be necessary for certain people, such as those with malabsorption issues and pregnant or breastfeeding people.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 16 Sep. 2024
Several conditions cause malabsorption, including: Celiac disease: This autoimmune condition triggers the body to react when gluten (a protein in grains) is consumed.
—Cristina Mutchler, Health, 31 July 2024
The pancreas doesn't produce enough enzymes to digest food, leading to malabsorption and potentially frequent poop with foam.
—Cristina Mutchler, Health, 31 July 2024
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“Malabsorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/malabsorption. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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malabsorption
noun
mal·ab·sorp·tion
ˌmal-əb-ˈsȯrp-shən, -ˈzȯrp-
: faulty absorption of nutrient materials from the digestive tract
called also malassimilation
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