| | | Weight < 60% | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | No edema | Underweight | Marasmus | | Edema present | Kwashiorkor | Marasmic-Kwashiorkor |
A combined form showing features of both severe wasting and edema. Clinical Features & Symptoms Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt
Prevention is as crucial as treatment. Effective strategies include promoting exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months, improving weaning practices with locally available protein-rich foods, and implementing large-scale immunization programs to reduce the burden of infectious diseases. | | | Weight < 60% | |
Regained appetite, loss of edema, weight gain > 5g/kg/day. | | | Weight <