This child exhibits thin limbs and a swollen belly, classic symptoms of kwashiorkor, severe protein deficiency. This child, although looking like an infant is probably 3-4 years old. Kwashiorkor is an African word meaning "red boy" referring to the thin, light-colored, reddish hair seen in the previous picture. Although superficially looking fat, this is a form of malnutrition. At this stage, over all health and mental development can be impared.