Aprotein deficiency resulting in swelling of the body tissue primarily in the feet, legs, and belly is called a. marasmus b. kwashiorkor c. ketosis d. rickets

A protein deficiency resulting in swelling of the body tissue primarily in the feet, legs and belly is called kwashiorkor. The correct option in respect to the given question is option "B".  There are definite symptoms that can be found in a child suffering from kwashiorkor. The basic symptom will be the swelling of the ankles and feet. The other symptoms will include distended abdomen, enlarged liver, loss of teeth, thinning of hair, dermatitis and skin pigmentation. It can lead to death if not treated quickly and properly.

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