Protein Malnutrition

Protein malnutrition is a type of malnutrition that occurs when the body does not receive enough protein, a nutrient essential for growth, tissue repair and the functioning of the body. It can especially affect children in stages of growth.

How it can present: swelling, muscle weakness, fatigue, changes in the skin and hair, and a greater tendency to get sick.

Common causes: insufficient or unbalanced diet, certain diseases that increase the body's needs or hinder the absorption of nutrients.

Who evaluates it? the endocrinologist, together with other health professionals, can assess nutritional and metabolic status. When there are signs of weight loss, weakness or changes in eating, the most prudent thing is to seek a timely professional evaluation.