Rice nightmare: Kwashiorkor in 2 Philadelphia-area infants fed Rice Dream beverage - 21/08/11
, Matthew H. Mahlberg, BA b, Paul J. Honig, MD b, c, Albert C. Yan, MD b, c
Correspondence to: Kenneth A. Katz, MD, MSc, Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, 3600 Spruce Street, 2 Maloney, Philadelphia, PA 19104.Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Abstract |
A 14-month-old girl and a 7-month-old boy each presented with a diffuse dermatitis, whole body edema, and hypoalbuminemia. The diets of both infants consisted almost entirely of Rice Dream, a rice-based, protein-poor beverage. Both infants were diagnosed with kwashiorkor, which resolved with protein supplementation. Clues from the physical examination, a diet history, appropriate laboratory examinations, and an index of suspicion are crucial in promptly diagnosing and treating infants with kwashiorkor. Manufacturers of rice beverages should appropriately warn parents about the dangers of using their products as infant nourishment.
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| This supplement is made possible through the generous support of Stiefel Laboratories for the American Academy of Dermatology. Funding sources: None. Conflicts of interest: None identified. |
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