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The correct answer is B. Marasmus.

Marasmus is severe malnutrition caused by an overall deficiency of calories and protein.

    "Old man's face" (or monkey-like facies) happens due to the severe loss of subcutaneous fat in the cheeks.

    Kwashiorkor is caused by severe protein deficiency despite adequate calorie intake, classically presenting with a swollen, round "moon face" due to edema.

    Rickets is a vitamin D deficiency causing bone deformities.

    Scurvy is a vitamin C deficiency causing bleeding gums and poor wound healing.

The correct answer is C. Kwashiorkor.

Key Facts

Kwashiorkor is a severe form of malnutrition caused by insufficient protein intake despite a sufficient calorie intake.

It leads to edema (fluid retention), which causes the swelling and characteristic "moon face" or puffy appearance, alongside a swollen abdomen.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect

A. Marasmus: Caused by a severe deficiency of all nutrients, including calories. It results in a severely emaciated, "skin and bones" appearance with a wrinkled, "old man" face, not puffiness.

B. Scurvy: Caused by a severe lack of Vitamin C, leading to bleeding gums and joint pain.

D. Beriberi: Caused by a Vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency, which primarily affects the nervous and cardiovascular systems.