Complications in Kwashiorkor Disease
Nutritional deficiencies like Kwashiorkor can cause a number of complications if not treated. These include:
- Cardiovascular issues
- Joint issues
- Gastrointenstinal issues
- Liver issues
- Loss of immunity
- Loss of cellular redox balance
- Loss of electrolyte balance
Kwashiorkor – An Overview
Kwashiorkor is caused by a protein deficiency in an individual’s diet. It is a form of acute malnutrition and is seen in growing children subjected to starvation and malnutrition. It is also called edematous malnutrition due to the formation of edema (fluid) retained in the body, especially the neck, joints, and stomach.
Kwashiorkor symptoms are swelling of the neck, legs, and abdomen due to fluid retention, etc. Treatment includes a protein-rich diet and other nutrients. In this article, we will study Kwashiorkor, symptoms, and treatment of Kwashiorkor along with the diagnosis.
Table of Content
- What is Kwashiorkor?
- Who does Kwashiorkor affect?
- Kwashiorkor Causes
- Complications in Kwashiorkor Disease
- Sign and Symptoms of Kwashiorkor
- Diagnosis of Kwashiorkor
- Treatment of Kwashiorkor
- Prevention of Kwashiorkor
- Management of Kwashiorkor