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If you have malabsorption at what rate would weight be lost?

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Dr. Richard Wasserman answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Unpredictable: Malabsorption can be mild or severe. Weight may not change if enough calories are absorbed or one could loose a pound a day or more if the malabsorption is severe.

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Answered 5/22/2015

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