In marasmus wasting is due to -: (A) Prolonge dieiery deficiency of caloris, (B) Prolonge dieterv deficiency of protein, (C) Excess catabolism of fat & muscle mass to provide energy, (D) All of above
Answer is D. Ans. is 'd' i.e., All of above MarasmusProlonge deficiency of calory & protein due to starvation.Monkey facies- loss of buccal fat.Baggy pants appearance- loose skin of the buttocks hanging down,Loss of axillary fat.Appetite is preserved.No edema.