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Question
Answer the following question:
What is meant by PEM? Name the diseases caused by PEM.
Solution
PEM (Protein energy malnutrition) is a term used to describe diets which lack proteins and energy giving carbohydrates. They are common among children.
Kwashiorkor and marasmus are diseases which result from PEM.
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