Chronic diarrhea and malabsorption
Moderateहिंदी: दीर्घकालिक मेनिनजाइटिस · தமிழ்: நாள்பட்ட மூளைக்காய்ச்சல் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ದೀರ್ಘಕಾಲದ ಮೆನಿಂಜೈಟಿಸ್ · తెలుగు: దీర్ఘకాలిక మెనింజైటిస్ · বাংলা: দীর্ঘস্থায়ী মেনিনজাইটিস · मराठी: जुनाट मेंदुज्वर · ગુજરાતી: ક્રોનિક મેનિન્જાઇટિસ
About this condition
Chronic diarrhea from various causes including intestinal infections, celiac disease, or inflammatory bowel disease leads to weight loss due to poor nutrient absorption. It is common in India with varied dietary habits and sanitation challenges. Identifying and treating the underlying cause is essential.
Common symptoms
weight lossfrequent loose stoolsabdominal painbloatingweaknessloss of appetite
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When to see a doctor: within 3 days
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Chronic diarrhea and malabsorption?
weight loss, frequent loose stools, abdominal pain, bloating, weakness, loss of appetite.
When should I see a doctor?
within 3 days
Is Chronic diarrhea and malabsorption common in India?
Chronic diarrhea and malabsorption is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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