The loss of exocrine function of pancreatitis results in
a. anorexia.
b. obesity.
c. malabsorption.
d. hyperglycemia.
C
The loss of exocrine function leads to malabsorption and steatorrhea. In chronic pancreatitis, the loss of endocrine function results in impaired glucose intolerance. Anorexia is the result of an inability to eat or not eating. Obesity would result from consuming more than the RDA of calories based on one's body type.
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