Steatorrhea
Also known as: Fat Indigestion; Stearrhea; Steatorrhoea
Description
Steatorrhea is the presence of excessive amounts of Lipids (Fats) in the Feces. It occurs solely as a result of the malabsorption or indigestion of dietary Fats.
These Substances may Alleviate Steatorrhea
Enzymes
Supplemental Lipases may alleviate Steatorrhea (insufficient endogenous production of Lipases is a primary underlying cause of Steatorrhea). [1]
These Ailments may Cause Steatorrhea
Metabolic Ailments
Celiac Disease may cause Steatorrhea.
Cystic Fibrosis may cause Steatorrhea.
Pancreatic Insufficiency may cause Steatorrhea.
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