what are the symptoms of Kwashiorkor
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Answer:
Kwashiorkor
Also called: protein malnutrition
Symptoms
Requires a medical diagnosis
Delayed growth in children, a swollen stomach and frequent infections are symptoms.
People may experience:
Whole body: malnutrition, fatigue, loss of appetite, or thirst
Gastrointestinal: bloating or diarrhoea
Also common: failure to thrive, severe unintentional weight loss, swelling in extremities, apathy, ear infections, hair loss, irritability, or skin rash
Answer:
Kwashiorkor is a condition resulting from inadequate protein intake. Early symptoms include fatigue, irritability, and lethargy. As protein deprivation continues, one sees growth failure, loss of muscle mass, generalized swelling (edema), and decreased immunity. A large, protuberant belly is common.