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Steatorrhea

Description:

Steatorrhea is a medical condition characterized by the presence of excess fat in the stool, resulting in pale, bulky, and foul-smelling feces. It is caused by malabsorption or inadequate digestion of dietary fats.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: The abnormal presence of undigested fat in the feces.

Example sentence: Her persistent steatorrhea was indicative of pancreatic insufficiency.

Sense 2:

Noun: The feces affected by steatorrhea.

Example sentence: The doctor examined the patient's steatorrhea under a microscope to confirm the diagnosis.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Relating to or displaying steatorrhea.

Example sentence: His steatorrhea condition required a specialized diet.

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