marasmic

/məˈræzmɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or suffering from marasmus, a severe form of malnutrition causing wasting of the body.
    • The doctor treated the marasmic child with a special nutritional plan.
    • Marasmic conditions are often seen in areas with extreme food shortages.
    • The marasmic patient showed significant muscle wasting and weakness.
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