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az·o·tor·rhea (az″o-tə-reґə) [azote + -rrhea] excessive loss of nitrogen in the feces.Medical dictionary. 2011.
Azotorrhea — is the excessive discharge of nitrogenous substances in the feces or urine. As in when people eat a diet high in protein they may suffer from increased amount of amino acid byproduct (nitrogen) being broken and excreted through defecation or… … Wikipedia
Cystic fibrosis — One of the most common grave genetic (inherited) diseases, CF affects the exocrine glands and is characterized by the production of abnormal secretions, leading to mucous build up. This accumulation of mucus can impair the pancreas and,… … Medical dictionary
Pancreatic insufficiency — Not enough of the digestive enzymes normally secreted by the pancreas into the intestine. Pancreatic insufficiency is a hallmark of cystic fibrosis. The pancreas is a spongy, tube shaped organ about 6 inches long. It is located in the back of the … Medical dictionary
