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  • Geriatrics
  • Gastroenterology
  • Endocrinology

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  • Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) can present with complex gastrointestinal complications.
  • Malnutrition and unexplained weight loss are critical indicators requiring thorough investigation.

Observation:

  • A 78-year-old male with T2DM presented with profound weakness and poor nutritional status.
  • Symptoms included several years of unintentional weight loss, chronic pulpy diarrhea, and dysphagia.
  • Physical examination revealed significant muscle and fat tissue depletion.

Findings:

  • Combined parenteral and enteral nutrition was initiated with diligent electrolyte and volume monitoring.
  • Nutritional repletion led to a noticeable improvement in the patient's overall health status.
  • Steatorrhea resolved effectively with the administration of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy.

Implications:

  • Aggressive nutritional support is crucial for managing severe malnutrition in elderly patients with T2DM.
  • Pancreatic enzyme supplementation can effectively treat malabsorption syndromes like steatorrhea.
  • Multidisciplinary management is key to improving outcomes in complex geriatric cases.