Question

Differentiate) Kwashiorkor from Marasmus) Macronutrients from micronutrients

Answer 1

"Kwashiorkor

1) It is caused due to protein deficiency.

2) Age of onset is preschool age.

3) Mild retardation of growth is witnessed

4) Most prominent symptoms of the deficiency include protuberant belly, Itchy rashes, Xerosis and Poor wound healing mechanism.

5) The deficiency can be corrected by supplying adequate amount of protein.

Marasmus

1) It is caused due to protein deficiency as well as low calorie intake.

2) Age of onset is just born infants.

3) It causes severe growth retardation.

4) Most prominent symptoms of the deficiency include prominent bones, loose skin and decrease in subcutaneous fat.

5) The deficiency can be corrected by supplying adequate amount of protein, fats and carbohydrates.

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