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What gi illnesses can cause your bowel movements to turn the water greasy oily? understand has to do with fat. wat conditions cause this?
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Malabsorption: If chronic, this suggests the presence of a fat malabsorption problem and you need to see a gastroenterologist to get an evaluation. The problem can be in the bowel itself or from a pancreatic problem. You said blood tests ok but didn't mention on what they were. Blood tests must be the appropriate out.
Answered 6/4/2016
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Esteatorrhea: There are many diseases that can cause fat in stools. From pancreatic to celiac disease.
Answered 9/9/2018
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