Multiple choice

Which of the following signifies cachexia?

  1. Process of deriving muscle tissues

  2. An autoimmune muscle disorder

  3. A body wasting syndrome

  4. A neuromuscular disease
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Cachexia is a body wasting syndrome characterised by loss of weight, muscle atrophy, fatigue, weakness and significant loss of appetite in a person who is not actively trying to lose weight.

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