Question

Differentiate between Marasmus and Kwasikor ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

There are three forms of acute malnutrition: Marasmus: Severe weight loss and muscle wasting due to lack of nutrition and calories. Kwashiorkor: Swelling or edema due to water retention from lack of protein. Marasmic-kwashiorkor: A combination of muscle wasting and bilateral edema.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Children who develop kwashiorkor are often older than children who develop marasmus. Having a diet that's mainly carbohydrates can lead to this condition.

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Kwashiorkor.

Marasmus symptoms Kwashiorkor symptoms

weight loss an inability to grow or gain weight

dehydration edema, or swelling of the hands and feet

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