Question

Which of the following statements are true w.r.t. the kwashiorkor disease?

(i) It is usually observed in children in the age group 1-5 years.
(ii) It is caused by severe protein deficiency even if sufficient carbohydrates and fats are consumed.

(iii) It is usually seen in infants below the age of 1 year.

(iv) It is caused by deficiency of proteins, fats and carbohydrates in diet.

• A.
  (i) and (ii)
• B.
  (ii) and (iii)
• C.
  (iii) and (iv)
• D.
  (i) and (iv)

Answer 1

The correct option is A

(i) and (ii)
Kwashiorkor disease is usually observed in children in the age group 1-5 years. It is caused by severe protein deficiency even if sufficient carbohydrates and fats are consumed. It also caused when breastfeeding of babies is stopped at an early age.