Malabsorption

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Introduction

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The Case of...

 

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Causes and Risk Factors

 

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Pathophysiology

 

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Signs and Symptoms

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  • physical exam

History

diarrhea, with steatorrhea

weight loss

Physical Exam

 

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Investigations

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Lab Investigations

Diagnostic Imaging

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Differential Diagnosis

 

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Treatments

 

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Consequences and Course

Vitamin B12 deficiency

bile salt deficiency, with loss of fat absorption

gallstones

kidney stones

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