What is Protein Deficiency?
A protein deficiency affects every single organ in your body, ranging from brain, hair, bones, muscle, skin, and, most importantly, your immune system. If you’re lacking protein. Your immune system will suffer by not being able to ward off viruses, bacteria, and the numerous cancer cells that our body generates on daily bases and you’ll get sick more often.
Common Causes of Protein Deficiency
Common causes of protein deficiency in adults are caused by chronic disorders, possibly hindering your body from absorbing protein, such as:
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AIDS
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Cancer
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
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Chronic renal failure
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Congestive heart failure
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Crohn’s disease
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Cystic fibrosis
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Rheumatoid arthritis
What are the Signs and Symptoms of Protein Deficiency?
Protein deficiency sign and symptoms include:
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Frequent Infections
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Anemia
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Frequent headaches
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Nausea
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Skin ulcer
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Stomach pain, gas, diarrhea, or sometimes constipation
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Difficulty sleeping
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Hair loss
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Wak, brittle, white or brown ridges in nails
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A slow metabolism
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Fat gain
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Fatty liver
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Difficulty losing weight.
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Muscle wasting and trouble building muscle mass.
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Fatigue and low energy.
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Poor concentration and difficulty learning.
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Moodiness and mood swings.
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Muscle, bone and joint pain.
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Sugar cravings
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Blood sugar changes that can lead to diabetes.
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Irregular periods
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Swollen and puffy skin (edema)
What is the Treatment For Protein Deficiency?
I.V. Protein infusion is used in conditions if moderate to severe protein deficiency or when patients can not ingest or any disorder affecting the digestive system.
At HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY CARE we customize your care so you can receive the most advanced, least invasive treatment possible. Planning of the treatment involves an interdisciplinary team of medical professionals we have at hoc.