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π£ 9. Other Malabsorption Disorders
β Several intestinal conditions can interfere with normal nutrient absorption
β Examples include inflammatory bowel disease, short bowel syndrome, and some small-intestinal disorders
β Symptoms may include chronic diarrhoea, weight loss, bloating, anaemia, or vitamin deficiencies
β Persistent symptoms require investigation rather than self-treatment
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π£ When Floating Stool Is Usually Harmless
β It happens occasionally
β Stool otherwise looks normal
β There is no unexplained weight loss
β There is no persistent diarrhoea, abdominal pain, or bleeding
β The change follows a temporary dietary change
