Differences between Kwashiorkor and Marasmus.
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Explanation:
Marasmus is a form of severe malnutrition characterized by energy deficiency. ... 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.
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Some points about Kwashiorkar-
•This occurs in child more than one year of age.
•This comes due to deficiency of protein only.
•Extensive Oedema is a feature of this disorder.
•Subcutaneous fat is present even after occuring this disorder.
•In it warring of muscle and thining of limbs occurs.
•Skin appears to be swollen.
•Children becomes Underweight.
Some points about Marasmus-
•This occurs in those children who are below one year.
•This disorder cones due to deficiency of protein and calories both.
•No oedema as such that of Kwashiorkar.
•Also in it Subcutaneous fat disappears.
•Skin becomes dry and wrinkled.
•Extrem emaciation of body and thining of limbs occurs in it.
•Muscle is wasted in it.