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1. What are the homecare measures for managing emaciation?
Homecare measures for managing emaciation are
- Increasing the intake of fluids and foods
- Plenty of fruits and green leafy vegetables, carbohydrates, proteins and fats
- Adequate sleep
- Rest and relaxation
- Counselling
- Increases intake of vitamins and minerals
2. What are the common treatments for emaciation?
Common treatments for emaciation are
- Renourishment, slowly increasing intake of calories
- Emotional and psychological therapy
- Rest and relaxation
3. Does Ayurveda provide treatment for emaciation?
Yes, Ayurveda does provide a treatment for emaciation as there are many therapies to improve the nutrition. Brumhana therapy helps in improving nutrition. There are many herbs like ashwagandha, and shatavari that help in nourishment.
4. Can emaciation be life-threatening if not treated?
Emaciation can be life-threatening if not treated timely. The starvation, malnourishment and dehydration associated with emaciation can damage systemic organs and lead to many complications and finally death.
5. Is marasmus same as emaciation?
Marasmus is severe malnutrition characterised by energy deficiency and it occurs before one year of age. Severe emaciation can be caused by marasmus. In emaciation, there is extreme weight loss and unnatural thinness due to a loss of subcutaneous fat. Thus, marasmus is the cause of emaciation.