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Fixing immediate life threats like low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), low body temperature, and dehydration. Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt
This results primarily from a severe lack of protein, even if calorie intake is somewhat adequate. The most visible sign is swelling (edema), often in the belly or legs, along with hair and skin changes. Why It Happens The most visible sign is swelling (edema), often
Severe protein deficiency despite adequate calorie intake. Marasmus (Severe Calorie Deficiency) You explain : This
[ Protein-Energy Malnutrition ] | ------------------------------------------------- | | | [ Marasmus ] [ Kwashiorkor ] [ Marasmic Kwashiorkor ] (Severe Calorie (Severe Protein (Both Features Present) Deficiency) Deficiency) A. Marasmus (Severe Calorie Deficiency)
You explain : This is the story of poverty. It is the empty cupboard, the reliance on starchy staples like maize or rice that fill the stomach but lack protein, and the lack of access to eggs, meat, or dairy.
Thin, dry skin; sparse, brittle hair (flag sign).