Question 1

what is the definition or description of: malabsorption syndrome?

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Not absorbing well: Malabsorption is the diminished absorption of dietary nutrients from the intestine.   The primary symptom is diarrhea.  There are multiple causes of diarrhea and a large number of causes of malaborption.  For example, there is carbhohydrate, fat, Amino Acid and vitamin malabsorption.  It is important to identify the cause so that treatment can be initiated to prevent malnutrition.

Question 2

are there treatments for malabsorption syndrome?

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Malabsorption: The answer is yes, depending on the cause of the malabsorption. If it is due to a ' short gut" post surgery it is more difficult to treat. If it is do to dietary or infectious causes, it can be treated. You should be seen by a gastroenterologist if this is a new onset especially.

Question 3

could ideopathic malabsorption syndrome be ibs? everything else has tested negative.

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IBS not malabsorptio: What is getting malabsorbed? Some things: lactose, common digestive problem due to decrease in enzyme that digests milk sugar into simpler sugars. Bacterial overgrowth of small bowel can cause diarrhea, cramps, etc, can be seen in ibs.Genl malabsorption is not seen with ibs; can be seen with parasites, inflammation, celiac sprue, pancreatic disease, other bowel problems. Tests?Idio=unknown cause.

Question 4

could fructose malabsorption syndrome cause a lot of poop problems?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: Gas, bloating and diarrhea are common symptoms of fructose malabsorption.

Question 5

i just read about malabsorption syndrome and my symptoms match. im underweight, sometimes constipated, hair gets dry. 2 years ago, i did analysis about weight and had nothing. then gained weight by eating more. i just eat less now. is it malabsorpti?

Accepted Answer

: No. If you gained weight by eating more food, you do not have malabsorption. If you are skinny, but otherwise healthy, do not overeat to increase your weight.
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Question 6

what can i eat if i have oral allergy syndrome and fructose malabsorption?

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Avoid fruit: But you can eat meat, fish, fowl, starches, grains, dairy, eggs, all cooked vegetables, some raw vegetables, oils, spices. You'll want to avoid most fruit.

Question 7

positive ana 1:80 speckeled, p.o.t.s syndrome, fat malabsorption, would this link to scelerderma, i cannot think of any other issue, :-( that connects?

Accepted Answer

May not be one cause: Autoimmune diseases can cause all your symptoms, however, a low positive ANA is non specific. Fat malabsoprtion can be seen in pancreatic disease with sjogren's & +ana. Also, hypermobility syndrome which is associated with autonomic dysfunction, mast cell activation disorder, food allergies, and folate (folic acid) metabolism issues also presents in young females, unrelated to autoimmune disese. Get a workup.

Question 8

ppl arnt understanding my ? i had ana 1:80 speckeld esr29fat malabsorption unknown cause , pots syndrome is this a indication sclerederma no skin issues, no reynards phenominum. all started post pregn

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Positive ANA: Positive ANA is sometimes found in young females.  It is a non specific marker.  Only  some patients with positive ANA have lupus.  More specific tests are needed to confirm that such as double standed anti dna test and lupus panel.  Sed rate also helps to determine if there is active inflammation. 1:80 id only slightly elevated the test just needs to be repeated in 2 to 3 months.  Check with md.

Question 9

what would be the approx life span for someone that has intestinal malabsorption due to subtotal colectomy, ileostomy placement, short bowel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Maybe long: The colectomy and ileostomy will not typically shorten life expectancy. Short bowel syndrome may shorten life span, but it depends on severity. There are a few centers in the US that perform bowel lengthening procedures and small bowel transplant. Ask you surgeon about the severity of the short bowel, and think about support groups for ileostomy help. Hope this helps!

Question 10

people aren't understanding my ? i had ana 1:80 speckled esr29fat malabsorption unknown cause , pots syndrome is this a indication scleroderma no skin issues, no raynaud's phenomenon. all started post pregn

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See below: Just because you have a +ana, you may not have any autoimmune processes that are causing problems.     Scleroderma is rather uncommon, but it is autoimmune in nature.    A rheumatologist specializes in these types of disorders.    There are countless tests that can be done to determine, what, if any, autoimmune conditions you have and treatment can be started thereafter.

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Could fructose malabsorption syndrome cause a lot of poop problems?

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I just read about malabsorption syndrome and my symptoms match. im underweight, sometimes constipated, hair gets dry. 2 years ago, i did analysis about weight and had nothing. then gained weight by eating more. i just eat less now. is it malabsorpti?

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What can i eat if i have oral allergy syndrome and fructose malabsorption?

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Positive ana 1:80 speckeled, p.o.t.s syndrome, fat malabsorption, would this link to scelerderma, i cannot think of any other issue, :-( that connects?

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Ppl arnt understanding my ? i had ana 1:80 speckeld esr29fat malabsorption unknown cause , pots syndrome is this a indication sclerederma no skin issues, no reynards phenominum. all started post pregn

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What would be the approx life span for someone that has intestinal malabsorption due to subtotal colectomy, ileostomy placement, short bowel syndrome?

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People aren't understanding my ? i had ana 1:80 speckled esr29fat malabsorption unknown cause , pots syndrome is this a indication scleroderma no skin issues, no raynaud's phenomenon. all started post pregn

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