Protein-Calorie Malnutrition is a disease that one uses to starve so that your body does not have enough calories and protein to maintain your body to a normal state. When this is not consumed in enough quantities, then the body has to burn the fat and the muscles as a source of energy. It is a mild to severe disorder that may lead to low immune system and well being in non-treatment incidences.
The symptoms are not severe and become worse over time. Look for:
Protein calorie-malnutrition may be brought about by a variety of factors:
We also have a gastroenterologist who has specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of malnutrition which is an effect of protein and calories deficiency in the body. We will use evidence-based nutrition, excellent observation, and compassionate support that will help you become stronger and improve your general health since the patient should be placed in the center. Ready to take the next step? Select your own nutrition classes and start walking on the road to a more healthy life and diet.
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It is a general code of E44, E44.0 moderate malnutrition and E43 major malnutrition.
The diagnosis will involve the analysis of your symptoms, alterations in your weight, blood testing, as well as examination of your nutrition.
Increasing the consumption of proteins and calories will be considered by taking high-protein foods that will include lean meat, eggs, beans, milk products, nuts, and whole grains.
Yes. This disease is probable to the children experiencing a poor diet consumption, other health complications or absorption complications.
Mild cases can be cured in few weeks due to good nutrition and the severe ones can require months of treatment and observation.
Among numerous patients with the lack of the appropriate amount of solid food, high-calorie nutritional drinks and protein shakes may be used.
Yes. The other diseases like cancer, Crohn, celiac and chronic kidney are capable of giving rise to chronic diseases that delay the absorption of nutrients which expose the victims to malnutrition.
Yes. Old people have a great risk of being affected by anorexia, dental issues or chronic illnesses that exposes them to malnutrition.
GastroDoxs in Houston is concerned with nutritional deficiencies on the basis of being board certified in gastroenterologists. You may also make a visit accompanied by a referral by your first doctor.
You could make your appointment and even book your consultation during the office time in GastroDoxs.com and call our office in Houston where you would be approached by the individual.
