EPI causes maldigestion and malabsorption of food. This causes malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies, which in turn impacts the metabolism and metabolic pathways in the body, and subsequently can cause many downstream health effects.
Some known causes of EPI are:
● Pancreatitis
● Infections
● Cancer
● Cystic fibrosis
● Duct obstructions
● Surgery
● Pancreas atrophy
● Alcohol abuse