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Q50) Inadequate protein in diet causes Kwashiorkor. Oedema is related to protein deficiency of ....[DPMT 2009 ]

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Oedema is a build up of fluid in the body which causes the affected tissue to become swollen. The swelling can occur in one particular part of the body If a blood protein, called albumin, gets too low, fluid is retained and edema occurs, especially in the feet, ankles and lower legs
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