Malabsorption
noun
A condition in which the intestines do not adequately absorb nutrients from food.
Malabsorption can lead to various health problems due to nutrient deficiencies.
Usage tips
Formal
nutrient malabsorption, intestinal malabsorption, dietary malabsorption
noun
A condition in which the intestines do not adequately absorb nutrients from food.
Malabsorption can lead to various health problems due to nutrient deficiencies.
Usage tips
Formal
nutrient malabsorption, intestinal malabsorption, dietary malabsorption
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Malabsorption is often discussed in the context of gastrointestinal diseases.
People with malabsorption may experience weight loss and fatigue.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is used in both formal medical settings and general health discussions.
Avoid using 'malabsorption' in casual conversations without context.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
Different types of malabsorption can occur depending on the specific nutrients involved.
Understanding the specific disease is important for diagnosis.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Malabsorption is often discussed in the context of gastrointestinal diseases.
People with malabsorption may experience weight loss and fatigue.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is used in both formal medical settings and general health discussions.
Avoid using 'malabsorption' in casual conversations without context.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
Different types of malabsorption can occur depending on the specific nutrients involved.
Understanding the specific disease is important for diagnosis.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Malabsorption is often discussed in the context of gastrointestinal diseases.
People with malabsorption may experience weight loss and fatigue.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is used in both formal medical settings and general health discussions.
Avoid using 'malabsorption' in casual conversations without context.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
Different types of malabsorption can occur depending on the specific nutrients involved.
Understanding the specific disease is important for diagnosis.
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