Clinical Nutrition

CLINICAL NUTRITION 3(2+1)

Lesson 14: Diverticulosis, Malabsorptive Syndrome and Tropical sprue

Tropical sprue

• It is a chronic small bowel disorder of unknown etiology
• Occurs in tropical areas
• Excess concentration of PUFA in intestinal lumen stimulates the growth of coliform bacteria
• Folate deficiency further helps in perpetuating the abnormalities

Symptoms

• Diarrhoea
• Anorexia
• Abdominal distension