Deficiency of dietary protein, causes an imbalance in the gastro-intestinal system?
غذائی پروٹین کی کمی، گیسٹرو آنتوں کے نظام میں عدم توازن کا سبب بنتی ہے؟
Answer: Kwashiorkor
Explanation
Kwashiorkor is a condition caused by a deficiency of dietary protein, leading to an imbalance in the gastro-intestinal system. It is characterized by:
- Edema (swelling) in the legs, feet, and face
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Hair loss
- Skin lesions
- Impaired immune function
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