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Kwashiorkor symptoms

Kwashiorkor is a condition resulting from inadequate protein intake. Early symptoms include fatigue, irritability, and lethargy.As protein deprivation continues, one sees growth failure, loss of muscle mass, generalized swelling (edema), and decreased immunity. A large, protuberant belly is common.The incidence of kwashiorkor in children in the U.S. is extremely small and it is typically found in countries where there is drought and famine.

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