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What kind of disease is marasmus?
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
What name is calorie-deficiency disease known as?
marasmus
Marasmus usually is associated with a deficiency of?
Marasmus is caused by the deficiency of protein
When was Marasmus - album - created?
Marasmus - album - was created on 2007-03-09.
What are the Body system effetet from playing basketball?
The body system effects from playing basketball are: muscular, nervous, respiratory.
Is marasmus a serious condition resulting from inadequate intake of protein and energy?
Yes, marasmus is a severe form of malnutrition caused by insufficient intake of both protein and calories. It leads to severe wasting of muscle and fat tissue, stunted growth, and weakened immune system. If left untreated, marasmus can be life-threatening.
Why does marasmus occur?
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.
What are the characteristics features of marasmus?
Marasmus is a form of severe malnutrition characterized by energy deficiency, leading to weight loss, muscle wasting, and overall weakness. It causes a visible emaciation of the body due to inadequate intake of both calories and protein. Other features may include stunted growth, weakened immune system, and developmental delays in children.
What coordinates the effects on the body?
the brain along with the nervous system
What will happen if your bodydoes'nt have enoughprotein?
If our body doesn't have enough protein,it leads to malnutrition.Malnutrition leads to diseases,such as Kwashiorkor,Marasmus.
What body system does emphysema effect?
it effects the respiratory system (the lungs)
Why Trouble thinking impulsiveness and addiction are effects of alcohol on which body system?
Nervous System -apex
