A homeless man is admitted to the hospital with severe emaciation, a swollen abdomen, lethargy, and skin infections. The patient is diagnosed with a disease known as kwashiorkor, a condition caused by

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Kwashiorkor is caused by a lack of adequate protein in the diet. This results in edema, or swelling due to fluid build-up in the tissues, particularly in the abdomen. The other options listed are not associated with this condition.

A Homeless Man Is Admitted to the Hospital with Severe