Latisha is a baby from the United States whose mother is unable to breastfeed her, lives below the poverty level, and is now deficient in protein and calories. She has stopped growing and is exhibiting features of the disease __________, which, if not treated, will ultimately lead to early death.

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Marasmus is a disease characterized by the cessation of growth. It is attributable to a severe deficiency in proteins and calories, causing the body to waste away and ultimately resulting in death.

Latisha Is a Baby from the United States Whose Mother