Question

Many children between the age of 1-5 are malnourished, weak and have a pot-shaped belly. Out of the given options, choose the one which matches best?

• A. The child is suffering from a deficiency disease called kwashiorkor.
• B. The child is suffering from a deficiency disease called marasmus.
• C. The child is suffering from a deficiency disease called marasmus or kwashiorkor.
• D. The child's belly is swollen due to overeating.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

The child is suffering from a deficiency disease called kwashiorkor.

The children are suffering from a deficiency disease called kwashiorkor. It is caused due to deficiency of proteins and carbohydrates in the diet.