Puutetila
Puutetila is a medical term describing a condition in which the body has insufficient levels of a nutrient necessary for normal function. It can result from inadequate intake, impaired absorption, increased demand, or losses. Deficiency states may be subclinical or cause evident symptoms and organ dysfunction.
Causes include poor diet, malabsorption (for example, celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease), pregnancy or rapid growth,
Common examples include iron deficiency causing anemia and fatigue; vitamin D deficiency affecting bone health; iodine
Symptoms vary by nutrient but may involve fatigue, pallor, shortness of breath, weakness, bone or muscle pain,
Diagnosis relies on clinical assessment and laboratory tests of nutrient status, such as ferritin and transferrin
Treatment and prevention focus on dietary modification to ensure adequate intake, targeted supplementation when indicated, treatment