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Pic 2: #Marasmus

Both are forms of severe #malnutrition due to poor nutrient intake. Both are dangerous to you & your child.

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@DrOlufunmilayo @aproko_doctor @wakawaka_doctor @Dlaureate @nighealthwatch ImageImage
#Kwashiorkor is distinguished by swelling (or edema) & enlarged liver with too much fat.

It happens when your child consumes enough calories, but with insufficient #protein.

We see this in areas of famine or poor food supply as has been reported in some areas due to lockdown.2️⃣
#Marasmus is total energy deficiency in all forms, including proteins. You see mainly muscle wasting & loss of skin fat.

It can occur in anyone with severe malnutrition but usually in children.

Body weight is reduced to less than 62% of the normal (expected) for age. 3️⃣
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