Question

Difference between kwashiorkor and marasmus

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Marasmus occurrence increases prior to age 1, whereas kwashiorkor occurrence increases after 18 months. It can be distinguished from kwashiorkor in that kwashiorkor is protein deficiency with adequate energy intake whereas marasmus is inadequate energy intake in all forms, including protein.

Answer 2

Answer:

KWASHIORKOR | MARASMUS

➜It is caused due | It is caused due

protein deficiency | lack of energy rich

| diet in infants

➜It happens to kid | it happens at age 1

around 18 months | infants