Which disorders are cited as examples of chronic malabsorption?

Which disorders are cited as examples of chronic malabsorption?

• A. Cystic Fibrosis
• B. Celiac Disease
• C. Crohn's Disease
• D. All of the Above

Answer: (D)

Chronic malabsorption happens when the intestine can’t absorb nutrients over a long period due to problems that damage the lining, reduce enzyme help, or inflame the gut. Cystic fibrosis often leads to pancreatic insufficiency, so digestive enzymes aren’t available in the gut to break down fats, causing fat malabsorption and deficiencies of fat-soluble vitamins. Celiac disease damages the lining of the small intestine, especially the villi, which drastically reduces the surface area available for nutrient absorption. Crohn's disease can inflame or surgically shorten portions of the small intestine, also cutting down the absorptive surface and disrupting nutrient uptake. Because each condition can chronically impair absorption, all of these are examples of chronic malabsorption.

Chronic malabsorption happens when the intestine can’t absorb nutrients over a long period due to problems that damage the lining, reduce enzyme help, or inflame the gut. Cystic fibrosis often leads to pancreatic insufficiency, so digestive enzymes aren’t available in the gut to break down fats, causing fat malabsorption and deficiencies of fat-soluble vitamins. Celiac disease damages the lining of the small intestine, especially the villi, which drastically reduces the surface area available for nutrient absorption. Crohn's disease can inflame or surgically shorten portions of the small intestine, also cutting down the absorptive surface and disrupting nutrient uptake. Because each condition can chronically impair absorption, all of these are examples of chronic malabsorption.