In marasmus wasting is due to ?: (A) Prolonge dietery deficiency of calori, (B) Prolonge dietery 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 Marasmus Prolonge 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.