An Early Diagnosis of Kwashiorkor and Its Successful Treatment in Urban Ludhiana - A Case Report Effective Dietary Counseling Saved Life

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 4

Abstract

Protein energy malnutrition and Celiac disease presents during childhood as failure to thrive which are common in India. A 1year and 10months-old girl was admitted and managed in various hospitals as a case of protein–energy malnutrition. On evaluation, she had Celiac disease. Treatment of the condition in the form of gluten free diet resulted in good weight gain and normalization of milestones.

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Vijayalakshmi Eruva

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Vijayalakshmi Eruva (2017). An Early Diagnosis of Kwashiorkor and Its Successful Treatment in Urban Ludhiana - A Case Report Effective Dietary Counseling Saved Life. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 5(4), 21040-21041. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-285114