Kamal is a four-year-old child living in rural India. He has been living on a diet that provides sufficient energy but is deficient in protein. Which of the following disorders would he be MOST likely to experience?

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Kwashiorkor is a form of malnutrition caused by a lack of protein in the diet, despite adequate caloric intake. It is most common in areas where there is a limited supply of food that provides a balanced amount of nutrients. Kamal's situation, where he has sufficient energy but lacks protein, aligns with the conditions that lead to kwashiorkor.

Kamal Is a Four-Year-Old Child Living in Rural India