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marasmus
Marasmus is caused by the deficiency of protein
Marasmus is a medical condition found in children that is caused by malnutrition. A symptom is the wasting away of muscles. To prevent this, a child should eat nutritious foods that contain adequate amounts of protein and vitamins.
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Marasmus occurs because not everyone in the world has access to enough food. Marasmus is a malnutrition caused by not getting enough nutrients and proteins in your diet.
Marasmus, a form of severe malnutrition, can be found in countries with high poverty rates, limited access to food, and inadequate healthcare systems. It is more commonly observed in developing countries in regions such as sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and parts of Latin America.
Marasmus is a severe type of malnutrition. When a person has this there is a chronic wasting way of fats, muscle and tissue. General symptoms of marasmus are rapid weight loss, frequent diarrhea, fatigue and dizziness.
what are the age groups most affected with marasmus? The answer is 40-50
Marasmus is a form of severe protein-energy malnutrition characterized by energy deficiency. Other PEMs include kwashiorkor and cachexia. A child with marasmus looks emaciated and body weight may be reduced to less than 80% of the normal weight for that height. Marasmus occurrence increases prior to age 1 whereas kwashiorkor occurrence increases after 18 months. Marasmus is caused by a severe deficiency of nearly all nutrients, especially protein and calories http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marasmus
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