Distinguish between Kwashiorkor and Marasnius. – InterviewSolution

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Distinguish between Kwashiorkor and Marasnius.

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	Kwashiorkor	Marasnius
i.	It is caused due to insufficient amount of proteins.	It is caused due to deficiency of fats, proteins and carbohydrates.
ii.	Oedema, fatty liver, lethargy are symptoms.	No oedema is observed. Thinning of limb is observed.
iii.	It is observed in children between 1 to 3 years of age.	It is observed in infants under one year of age.

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