Tag: Malnutrition
Ascariasis: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention Explained
Ascariasis is a helminthic parasitic infection caused by the roundworm Ascaris lumbricoides. The pathogenic worm affects the small intestine and may lead to symptoms...
Kwashiorkor: Causes, Complications & Prevention Strategies
What is Kwashiorkar?
Kwashiorkor is a type of malnutrition linked with severe protein deficiency. It causes fluid retention, leading to a visibly distended and protruded...
Ageusia : Exploring the World of Taste Loss
What is Ageusia?
Aguesia is a condition characterized by a complete loss of taste function of the tongue. This is an uncommon condition that is...
Atypical Anorexia Nervosa: An Underrated Disease
What is Atypical Anorexia Nervosa?
Anorexia nervosa is a behavioral disorder that isn't as black-and-white as described in the books. When someone mentions 'anorexia,' all...
Rumination disorder: Causes, symptoms, tests and treatment
Rumination disorder is a behavioral disorder causing regurgitation of either undigested or partially digested food back into the mouth from the stomach. The patient...
ARFID: How does it differ from other restrictive eating disorders?
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is among the common eating disorders in teenagers. A study suggestsNicely TA, Lane-Loney S, Masciulli E, Hollenbeak CS, Ornstein...
