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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Keriorrhea | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Gastroenterology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Orange]] [[oily diarrhea]] | |||
| causes = Consumption of [[wax esters]] from [[fish]] such as [[escolar]] or [[oilfish]] | |||
| diagnosis = Based on [[dietary history]] and [[symptoms]] | |||
| prevention = Avoiding consumption of fish high in wax esters | |||
| treatment = Symptomatic treatment, [[hydration]] | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
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This template provides a structured summary of the medical condition known as Keriorrhea, which is characterized by orange oily diarrhea resulting from the consumption of certain types of fish that contain high levels of wax esters. '''Keriorrhea''' is a medical condition characterized by the production of pale, orange, oily stools. The condition is often associated with the consumption of certain types of fish, such as escolar and oilfish, which contain high levels of indigestible wax esters. | |||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The primary cause of keriorrhea is the consumption of fish high in [[wax esters]], such as [[escolar]] and [[oilfish]]. These fish contain a type of fat called gempylotoxin, which is not digestible by humans. When consumed, this fat passes through the digestive system and is excreted in the stool, leading to the characteristic oily discharge. | The primary cause of keriorrhea is the consumption of fish high in [[wax esters]], such as [[escolar]] and [[oilfish]]. These fish contain a type of fat called gempylotoxin, which is not digestible by humans. When consumed, this fat passes through the digestive system and is excreted in the stool, leading to the characteristic oily discharge. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The main symptom of keriorrhea is the production of oily, orange stools. This can occur within a few hours of consuming the offending fish. Other symptoms can include stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. In some cases, the oily discharge can be severe enough to cause accidental soiling of clothes. | The main symptom of keriorrhea is the production of oily, orange stools. This can occur within a few hours of consuming the offending fish. Other symptoms can include stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. In some cases, the oily discharge can be severe enough to cause accidental soiling of clothes. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for keriorrhea primarily involves avoiding the consumption of fish high in wax esters. In cases where symptoms are severe or persistent, a healthcare provider may recommend medications to help manage symptoms. It's also important to stay hydrated, as diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration. | Treatment for keriorrhea primarily involves avoiding the consumption of fish high in wax esters. In cases where symptoms are severe or persistent, a healthcare provider may recommend medications to help manage symptoms. It's also important to stay hydrated, as diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Prevention of keriorrhea involves being aware of the types of fish that can cause this condition and avoiding their consumption. Some countries, such as Japan and Italy, have placed restrictions on the sale of escolar and oilfish due to their potential to cause keriorrhea. | Prevention of keriorrhea involves being aware of the types of fish that can cause this condition and avoiding their consumption. Some countries, such as Japan and Italy, have placed restrictions on the sale of escolar and oilfish due to their potential to cause keriorrhea. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Escolar]] | * [[Escolar]] | ||
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* [[Wax esters]] | * [[Wax esters]] | ||
* [[Gempylotoxin]] | * [[Gempylotoxin]] | ||
[[Category:Digestive diseases]] | [[Category:Digestive diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Foodborne illnesses]] | [[Category:Foodborne illnesses]] | ||
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{{Foodborne-illness-stub}} | {{Foodborne-illness-stub}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:56, 4 April 2025
| Keriorrhea | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Gastroenterology |
| Symptoms | Orange oily diarrhea |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | N/A |
| Duration | N/A |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Consumption of wax esters from fish such as escolar or oilfish |
| Risks | N/A |
| Diagnosis | Based on dietary history and symptoms |
| Differential diagnosis | N/A |
| Prevention | Avoiding consumption of fish high in wax esters |
| Treatment | Symptomatic treatment, hydration |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
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This template provides a structured summary of the medical condition known as Keriorrhea, which is characterized by orange oily diarrhea resulting from the consumption of certain types of fish that contain high levels of wax esters. Keriorrhea is a medical condition characterized by the production of pale, orange, oily stools. The condition is often associated with the consumption of certain types of fish, such as escolar and oilfish, which contain high levels of indigestible wax esters.
Causes[edit]
The primary cause of keriorrhea is the consumption of fish high in wax esters, such as escolar and oilfish. These fish contain a type of fat called gempylotoxin, which is not digestible by humans. When consumed, this fat passes through the digestive system and is excreted in the stool, leading to the characteristic oily discharge.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of keriorrhea is the production of oily, orange stools. This can occur within a few hours of consuming the offending fish. Other symptoms can include stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. In some cases, the oily discharge can be severe enough to cause accidental soiling of clothes.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for keriorrhea primarily involves avoiding the consumption of fish high in wax esters. In cases where symptoms are severe or persistent, a healthcare provider may recommend medications to help manage symptoms. It's also important to stay hydrated, as diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of keriorrhea involves being aware of the types of fish that can cause this condition and avoiding their consumption. Some countries, such as Japan and Italy, have placed restrictions on the sale of escolar and oilfish due to their potential to cause keriorrhea.
See also[edit]
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