Kwashiorkor

 

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Definition/Description

Kwashiorkor is a form of malnutrition that occurs when there is not enough protein in the diet.

Prevalence

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Characteristics/Clinical Presentation

Symptoms:

- changes in skin pigment

- decreased muscle mass

- diarrhea

- failure to gain weight

- fatigue

- hair changes (change in color or texture)

- increased risk and severity of infections due to compromised immune system

- irritability (excessive response to a stimulus)

- distended abdomen

- lethargy (fatigue) or apathy (lack of feeling or emotion)

- atrophy

- dermatitis

- shock

- edema

Associated Co-morbidities

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Medications

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Diagnostic Tests/Lab Tests/Lab Values

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Etiology/Causes

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Systemic Involvement

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Medical Management (current best evidence)

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Physical Therapy Management (current best evidence)

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Alternative/Holistic Management (current best evidence)

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Differential Diagnosis

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Case Reports/ Case Studies

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Resources

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