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Explain :-
a) Marasmus
b) Kwashiorkor​

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Answered by jalalsahil1020
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Explanation:

Marasmus

Marasmus occurs more often in young children and babies. It leads to dehydration and weight loss. Starvation is a form of this disorder. The symptoms of marasmus include:

  1. weight loss
  2. dehydration
  3. chronic diarrhea
  4. stomach shrinkage

Kwashiorkor

Kwashiorkor occurs in people who have a severe protein deficiency. Children who develop kwashiorkor are often older than children who develop marasmus. Having a diet that’s mainly carbohydrates can lead to this condition.

The symptoms of kwashiorkor include:

  1. The symptoms of kwashiorkor include:edema, or puffy or swollen appearance due to fluid retention
  2. The symptoms of kwashiorkor include:edema, or puffy or swollen appearance due to fluid retentionbulging of the abdomen
  3. The symptoms of kwashiorkor include:edema, or puffy or swollen appearance due to fluid retentionbulging of the abdomenan inability to grow or gain weight

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