What is the other name for PEM? A Comprehensive Guide to Protein-Energy Malnutrition
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), malnutrition is a major global health issue, and protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is one of its most severe forms, affecting millions, particularly children. A frequent query regarding this condition is, 'What is the other name for PEM?'. Medical terminology has evolved over time, and a more current, clinically-used term for this condition is Protein-Energy Undernutrition (PEU).
