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Fat malabsorption

2025-02-11 16:53:04
My stool always floats and its in yellow/pale yellow color. I am not gaining weight also(i am just above underweight). Does this means i have fat malabsorption? 6 month back i did abdominal scan and dont have any stone and all.. Then why i am not gaining weight(thyroid also normal)
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Can help you with your concern. Your concern need to be evaluated in detail with history and possible examinations. Can contact for consultation via chat

Answered2025-02-13 11:11:49

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Maybe due to malabsorption or otherwise
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable

Answered2025-02-12 16:33:16

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Kindly connect Need few more details .

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Hello, You might be taking a fat rich diet or your fat metabolism is not efficient. You might not be gaining wt because your BMR might be high. You have to take a protein rich diet and build muscle.

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Avoid fried food and spicy food and Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Fiber meal Do connect and consult

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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Would be because of Gastritis. Needs to be evaluated.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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? IBS
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