Which growth pattern is more suggestive of an endocrine or genetic cause than of simple inadequate calorie intake?
Correct answer: B. Poor length gain with relatively preserved or increased weight
- A. Poor weight gain followed by poor length gain
- B. Poor length gain with relatively preserved or increased weight
- C. Poor weight gain with frequent vomiting and diarrhoea
- D. Poor weight gain with reduced subcutaneous fat
Explanation
Endocrine disorders often impair linear growth while weight is relatively preserved or increased. Inadequate intake and malabsorption more commonly affect weight first and may later affect length and head growth.
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