Disorders of Malabsorption

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What is malabsorption?

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The inability of the digestive system to absorb one or more of the major vitamins, minerals, and nutrients.

Front

What are the major vitamins mentioned that can be affected by malabsorption?

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Vitamin A and B12.

Front

What minerals are specifically mentioned in relation to malabsorption?

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Iron and calcium.

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What are the categories of conditions that cause malabsorption?

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1. Mucosal (transport) disorders 2. Luminal disorders 3. Lymphatic obstruction.

Front

Give an example of a mucosal disorder that causes malabsorption.

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Celiac disease.

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What is a luminal disorder that can cause malabsorption?

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Pancreatic insufficiency.

Front

What condition is associated with lymphatic obstruction in malabsorption?

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Neoplasm.

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What digestive process may be interrupted in malabsorption?

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The complex digestive process.

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What is one consequence of malabsorption?

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Decreased absorption of nutrients.

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Name a condition that causes luminal malabsorption related to bile acids.

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Bile acid deficiency.