When breast feeding is replaced by less nutritive food low in proteins and calories, the infants below the age of one year are likely to suffer from

Options

A. Marasmus
B. Rickets
C. Kwashiorkor
D. Pellagra

Answer

A

Explanation

Marasmus occurs more often in young children and babies. It leads to dehydration and weight loss. Growth and replacement of tissue proteins imparted so emaciated body with their limbs and prominent rins, dry, thin and wrinkled skin.