psilosis

• Medizinischer Begriff für eine chronische Resorptionsstörung des Darms, die durch übelriechende Diarrhö und Auszehrung gekennzeichnet ist, oder alternativ für den Zustand des Haarausfalls.

A medical term referring to a chronic disorder affecting nutrient absorption, characterized by foul-smelling diarrhea and emaciation, or alternatively, the condition of hair loss.

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1. Tropical sprueC2formalmedical

   A chronic disorder occurring in tropical and non-tropical forms, characterized by poor nutrient absorption, foul-smelling diarrhea, and emaciation.

   Tropische Sprue

   • The patient was diagnosed with psilosis after months of unexplained weight loss.
   • Psilosis often leads to severe vitamin deficiencies if left untreated.
   • Treatment for psilosis includes dietary changes and antibiotics.

   Synonymespruetropical sprue

2. Hair lossC2formalmedical

   The condition of losing hair from the scalp or body.

   Haarausfall

   • Psilosis can be a distressing symptom for many patients.
   • The doctor examined the pattern of psilosis on the patient's scalp.
   • Certain medications may cause psilosis as a side effect.

   Synonymealopeciabaldness

   Antonymehairiness