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Which of the following diseases is caused due to the deficiency of proteins?
Which of the following diseases is caused due to the deficiency of proteins?
Updated On: Mar 28, 2025
- Arthritis
- Kwashiorkor
- Goitre
- Night Blindness
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
The disease caused due to the deficiency of proteins is Kwashiorkor.
Additional Context:
- Kwashiorkor is a severe form of malnutrition, primarily affecting children in developing countries.
- Symptoms include edema (swelling), skin lesions, hair discoloration, and stunted growth.
- Other options:
- Arthritis: Joint inflammation (not nutrition-related)
- Goitre: Caused by iodine deficiency (affects thyroid)
- Night Blindness: Caused by vitamin A deficiency
- Related conditions:
- Marasmus: Protein AND calorie deficiency
- Kwashiorkor specifically refers to protein deficiency with adequate calorie intake
Correct Answer: (2) Kwashiorkor.
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