Features of marasmus are all except :
a) Absence of anasarca
b) Increased appetite
c) Excessive catabolism of adipose tissue and muscle protein
d) Uncompensated phase of PEM
Correct Answer - D
Answer- D. Uncompensated phase of PEM
It is due to prolong deficiency of calories and proteins. Thus there is
exessive catabolism of adipose tissue and muscle protein.
It is characterized by gross wasting of muscle and subcutaneous
tissues resulting in emaciation and marked stunting.
Child may show voracious appetite.
Marasmus represents the compensated phase of PEM