The ascending colon is the part of the colon located between the cecum and the transverse colon.The ascending colon is smaller in caliber than the cecum from where it starts.he ascending colon is the part of the colon located between the cecum and the transverse colon.
Many diseases can cause malabsorption. Malabsorption is usually the inability to absorb certain sugars, fats, proteins, or vitamins from food. It can also involve a general malabsorption of food. Some of the causes of malabsorption include: 1  AIDS and HIV. 2  Biliary atresia. 3  Celiac disease. 4  Certain medications (cholestyramine, tetracycline, some antacids, some medications used to treat obesity, colchicine, acarbose, phenytoin).
Malabsorption Syndrome Diet. Malabsorption can prevent the body from receiving important nutrients. Foods known to cause symptoms should be avoided. Otherwise, a generally healthy diet should be followed. Strategies for a healthy diet include: Limit your intake of fat to 30% of your total calories.