PEM is typically categorized into two severe clinical forms, though many patients present with overlapping symptoms: Marasmus (Energy Deficiency) Appearance
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PEM is defined as a cellular deficiency of protein and energy (calories) that leads to significant impairment of bodily functions, impaired growth in children, muscle wasting, and reduced immunity. PEM is typically categorized into two severe clinical
Drastic reduction in body weight for age/height. Wasting: Loss of muscle and fat mass. Edema: Characteristic of Kwashiorkor (fluid retention). Canāt copy the link right now
Marasmus is characterized by generalized wasting of muscle and subcutaneous fat, resulting from a severe, chronic lack of both calories and protein.