Steatorrhea

About- Steatorrhea may be a sign of malabsorption is the presence of excess fat in feces
Symptoms-
 Bulkier, pale, and foul-smelling stools
 Floating stools due to higher gas content
 Stools may be covered in a greasy film
 Unexplained weight loss
 Abdominal cramps
 Gas
 Indigestion
 Diarrhea
 
Causes-

 
Biliary atresia
 Celiac disease
 Chronic pancreatitis
 Crohn’s disease
 Cystic fibrosis
 Lactose intolerance
 Whipple disease

Specialist to visit
 Gastroenterologist

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Steatorrhea 
References-
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https://www.medicalnewstoday.com

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