Spot Diagnosis

Kwashiorkar



Question :
Spot diagnosis



What is the diagnosis?

Discussion :
KWASHIORKAR. It means red boy. The name comes from the odd reddish orange color of the hair, as well as from the skin rash. It is a high mortality deficiency state. The muscles are poorly developed & lack tone. Edema is usually severe. Potbelly, anorexia & diarrhea are common . Crazy pavement dermatosis and flaky paint skin changes are common.

Correct Answers : yes  17%

Last Shown : Jun 2006
 
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