About small intestine’s ability to absorb nutrients is impaired – Tropical Sprue (Hill / Tropical Diarrhea)

Tropical Sprue also known as Hill Diarrhea or Tropical Diarrhea is a rare digestive disease in which the small intestine’s ability to absorb nutrients is impaired (malabsorption). Consequently, nutritional deficiencies and abnormalities in the mucous lining of the small intestine may be present.