1
Question
Define PEM?
Define PEM?
Open in App
Solution
PEM:
- Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is a term used to describe die that lack protein and energy-giving carbohydrates.
- Diseases caused by Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) are commonly seen in the children.
kwashiorkor:
Kwashiorkor is a disease that results from PEM.
Symptoms of Kwashiorkor :
- Protruding belly
- Dark and scaly skin, brownish hair
- Stunted growth
- Swollen legs due to accumulation of water
- Loss of appetite
- Anemia
- Mental retardation
- Reduced resistance to diseases
PEM:
- Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is a term used to describe die that lack protein and energy-giving carbohydrates.
- Diseases caused by Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) are commonly seen in the children.
kwashiorkor:
Kwashiorkor is a disease that results from PEM.
Symptoms of Kwashiorkor :
- Protruding belly
- Dark and scaly skin, brownish hair
- Stunted growth
- Swollen legs due to accumulation of water
- Loss of appetite
- Anemia
- Mental retardation
- Reduced resistance to diseases
Suggest Corrections
0
Similar questions
View More
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
Explore more
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
