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This group contains additional names: - Arrested Development due to Malnutrition - Malnutrition of Moderate Degree - Malnutrition of Mild Degree
Malnutrition is a condition that results from nutrient deficiency or overconsumption. Types of malnutrition includes Undernutrition: results from not getting enough protein, calories or micronutrients. It leads to low weight-for-height (wasting), height-for-age (stunting) and weight-for-age (underweight). Overnutrition: Overconsumption of certain nutrients, such as protein, calories or fat, can also lead to malnutrition. This usually results in overweight or obesity. People who are undernourished often have deficiencies in vitamins and minerals, especially iron, zinc, vitamin A and iodine
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Signs and symptoms of malnutrition includes: - lack of appetite or interest in food or drink - tiredness and irritability - inability to concentrate - always feeling cold - depression - loss of fat, muscle mass, and body tissue - a higher risk of getting sick and taking longer to heal - longer healing time for wounds - a higher risk of complications after surgery Eventually, a person may also experience difficulty breathing and heart failure.
If a person shows any signs of malnutrition, the first step will be to find out why. It may be Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, or another condition. Laboratory tests to confirm a diagnosis will be needed. Treating these conditions can improve a person’s nutritional status. Others tests may includes: - blood tests for general screening and monitoring - tests for specific nutrients, such as iron or vitamins - prealbumin tests, as malnutrition commonly affects levels of this protein - albumin tests, which may indicate liver or kidney disease
If a doctor diagnoses malnutrition, they will make a treatment plan for the person. The person may also need to meet with a nutritionist and other healthcare providers. Treatment will depend on the severity of the malnutrition and the presence of any other underlying conditions or complications. It may include: ongoing screening and monitoring making a dietary plan, which might include taking supplements treating specific symptoms, such as nausea treating any infections that may be present checking for any mouth or swallowing problems suggesting alternative eating utensils
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How are you going now? I hope you're getting some good help. Anorexia is so much like an addiction. It takes on a life if it's own. Mostly it's because of the impact of starvation on the brain. Our whole body gets **malnourished** and that impacts our brain function making us more rigid and obsessive with limiting food intake. It's also because the act of undereating gives us some feel-good neurochemicals which we want more of and get "addicted" to. There are solutions. It's not easy but it's possible. Mainly what helps me is to just improve things gradually - one step of progress at a time.
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"Ensure you get all the right nutrients and minerals in your diet as hair thinning can sometimes be a result of **malnutrition**. You might also want to consult with your doctor about your thyroid. Using products like biotin, coconut oil, women's rogaine serum, The Ordinary serum for hair density, and Vegamour GRO serum can help. Massaging your scalp every night for about ten minutes and using special shampoo/conditioner for hair growth can also stimulate growth. Additionally, try not to wash your hair too often to let the natural oils work better."
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