Worldwide, malnutrition continues to be a significant problem, especially among children who cannot fend adequately for themselves. Recent droughts and political problems and food distribution problems in countries such as Biafra, Somalia, Rwanda, Iraq, and many others have demonstrated that hunger and malnutrition are not strangers to this world. An example would be diet and iodine . Eating a good, well-balanced diet helps to prevent most forms of malnutrition. Also, see appropriate diet for age.
Symptoms vary with the specific malnutrition-related disorder.
Signs and tests vary with the specific malnutrition-related disorder. A nutritional assessment may be recommended. Most disorders associated with malnutrition are able to be treated. Malnutrition can lead to mental disability, physical disability, illness, and even death if untreated. Call your health care provider if you or your child experience signs of any nutritional deficiency.