A protein deficiency resulting in swelling of the body tissue primarily in the feet legs and belly is called what

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A protein deficiency resulting in swelling of the body tissue primarily in the feet, legs, and belly is called Kwashiorkor.

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A protein deficiency resulting in swelling of the body tissue primarily in the feet, legs, and belly is called Kwashiorkor.

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