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wasting disease

/ˈweɪstɪŋ dɪˌziːz/

Tradução: Termo médico para qualquer doença que causa perda progressiva de massa corporal, tecido muscular e força, frequentemente associada a infecções crônicas ou desnutrição.

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/ˈweɪstɪŋ dɪˌziːz/C1formalmedical
  • ptTermo médico para qualquer doença que causa perda progressiva de massa corporal, tecido muscular e força, frequentemente associada a infecções crônicas ou desnutrição.

A medical term for any disease that causes progressive loss of body mass, muscle tissue, and strength, often associated with chronic infections or malnutrition.

  1. Medical condition causing weight lossC1formal

    A disease characterized by progressive loss of muscle and body weight, often associated with chronic illness or infection.

    ptDoença consuntiva

    • The patient was diagnosed with a wasting disease that required specialized treatment.
    • Chronic wasting disease affects deer and elk populations.
    • Malnutrition can worsen the effects of a wasting disease.