Question

PEM AFFECT INFANT AND CHILDREN TO PRODUCE ____________ AND ____________​

Answer 1

Explanation:

• Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is a common childhood disorder and is primarily caused by deficiency of energy, protein, and micronutrients. PEM manifests as underweight (low body weight compared with healthy peers), stunting (poor linear growth), wasting (acute weight loss), or edematous malnutrition (kwashiorkor).

Protein-energy malnutrition is associated with an increased risk of liver cirrhosis complications, including ascites, variceal bleeding, hepatic encephalopathy, and hepatorenal syndrome.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Explanation:

Protein energy malnutrition (PEM) is a major public health problem in India. This affects the child at the most crucial period of time of development, which can lead to permanent impairment in later life. PEM is measured in terms of underweight (low weight for age), stunting (low height for age) and wasting (low weight for height). The prevalence of stunting among under five is 48% and wasting is 19.8% and with an underweight prevalence of 42.5%, it is the highest in the world.