What are the symptoms of Marasmus?

Open in App

Solution

Marasmus:
Marasmus is a severe malnutrition disorder caused due to the deficiency of proteins and calories in the diet of children.
Marasmus is a type of Protein-Energy malnutrition (PEM).
Symptoms of Marasmus are:
Growth retardation
Weight loss
Digestive disorders
Diarrhoea

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

What is marasmus? Write any four symptoms of the disease.

Symptoms of kwashiorkor and symptoms of marasmus

Give the symptoms of kwashiorkor and marasmus.

Join BYJU'S Learning Program