Malnutrition Symptoms

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  • 1. 'Malnutrition.' World Health Organization, 15 April 2020, www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/malnutrition
  • 2. Saunders, John and Trevor Smith. Malnutrition: Causes and Consequences. Clinical Medicine, vol. 10, no. 6, 2010, 624-627
  • 3. 'Malnutrition Symptoms.' National Health Service UK, 7 Feb. 2020, www.nhs.uk/conditions/malnutrition/symptoms/
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Irritability/Depression

Psychosocial symptoms are common among those struggling with malnutrition. Symptoms vary and may include irritability, depression and anxiety.2Saunders, John and Trevor Smith. Malnutrition: Causes and Consequences. Clinical Medicine, vol. 10, no. 6, 2010, 624-627 Those dealing with malnutrition may also neglect to care for themselves and may feel apathetic about their lives.2Saunders, John and Trevor Smith. Malnutrition: Causes and Consequences. Clinical Medicine, vol. 10, no. 6, 2010, 624-627

Low mood is another symptom of this health issue.3‘Malnutrition Symptoms.’ National Health Service UK, 7 Feb. 2020, www.nhs.uk/conditions/malnutrition/symptoms/ These and other psychological symptoms may be further exacerbated by any medical conditions or diseases that may contribute to extreme nutrient deficiencies.

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