What is the difference between kwashiorkor and marasmus?
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Kwashiorkor is a type of nutrition deficiency disorder, which results from a severe protein deficiency. The patients suffering from Kwashiorkor have an emaciated appearance all over the body. They have a type of swelling in the ankles, feet and belly. Kwashiorkor is most common in rural areas, especially in the sub-urban regions and areas with low food supply are more prone to this disease.
Marasmus is a type of nutrition deficiency disorder, which usually occurs in children. It can be life-threatening if not diagnosed at an early stage. This type of nutrition deficiency is mainly caused due to the deficiency of nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates and fats. Marasmus mainly occurs due to poverty and food scarcity.
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Kwashiokor is a disease that happens in the deficiency of proteins
Symptoms include Swelling of the abdomen and other parts of the body
Marasmus- deficiency of protein
Symptoms- weight loss and Stomach Srinkage