All are features of kwashiorkor EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: Increase appetite
Description: Ans. (c) Increase appetiteRef : K. Park 23rd ed. / 639-40Features of Kwashiorkor and MarasmusFeaturesMarasmusKwashiorkorMuscle wastingObviousHidden by fat and edemaEdemaNonePresent in lower legs and faceMental changesQuiet and apathicIrritable, Moaning and apathicWeightVery lowLow to NormalAppetiteGoodPoorHepatomegalyNonePresent, due to fat depositionHair changesSeldomSparse, silky'flag sign"
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