Low total cholesterol may be caused by malnutrition, cirrhosis and other diseases.
1. Malnutrition: Malnutrition is mainly caused by insufficient intake of nutrients, imbalance in proportion and impaired consumption. Patients with malnutrition may have low total cholesterol, and its symptoms include weight loss, emaciation, loose skin, muscle atrophy, cold limbs, etc.
2. Cirrhosis: low total cholesterol may also be caused by cirrhosis, the cause of which is related to viral hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, long-term cholestasis, drugs, genetics and other factors. Patients may have symptoms such as fatigue, loss of appetite and diarrhea.
There are many reasons for low total cholesterol, and it is recommended that patients find out the cause of the disease in time. Once diagnosed, patients should actively cooperate with doctors to take relevant treatment measures to avoid delaying the condition. In daily life, it is necessary to ensure sufficient rest time.