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All are seen in Marasmus Except

A
Hepatomegaly
B
Muscle wasting
C
Voracious appetite
D
Weight loss
High-Yield Explanation
Marasmus is characterized by gross wasting of muscle and subcutaneous fat. The body weight is less than 60% of the expected weight for age. The affected child will be active and has a voracious appetite. Ref: Page 104; Ghai Essential Pediatrics; 6th edition

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