- Feb 16, 2010
My son is 14yrs old, he is not sickly but he is astmatic. This does occur often. Recently w...
Protein-losing enteropathy
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is Protein-losing enteropathy?
Protein-losing enteropathy is the abnormal loss of protein from the digestive tract, or the inability of the digestive tract to take in proteins.
This condition can be a symptom of diseases that cause ulcers in the digestive tract. Such diseases include inflammatory bowel disease and celiac disease.
The condition can also be caused by increased pressure in the gut. This may occur with a variety of conditions, including cancers and congestive heart failure.
Posts on Protein-losing enteropathy (21)
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- Mar 04, 2011
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- Oct 20, 2008
63 year ol male, runner, great health
Recent Blood Work Report:
GLOBULIN 1.6
ALBUMIN/G...
- Jul 13, 2009
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- Jul 18, 2009
I had never received an answer to this question. Please answer. Immensely appreciated.
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