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List Of Diseases Caused By Poor Nutrition
Poor feeding is when an infant has a lack of interest in feeding or a problem receiving the proper amount of nutrition.
Alternative Names
Feeding - infant's lack of interest; Infant - lack of interest in feeding
Considerations
Poor feeding is a nonspecific symptom seen in newborn and young infants. It can result from many conditions, including infection, metabolic disorders, genetic disorders, structural problems, and neurological disorders. Poor feeding is not a sign of the severity of...
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Depression Influenced by Poor Nutrition
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The Importance of Proper Nutrition in Inflammatory Bowel Disea...
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Questions about Diabetes and Nutrition
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Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Diet for people with chronic kidney disease
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Alzheimer's Facts- From the Alzheimer's Assocation
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