Severe malnutrition is indicated by which of the following features
The contour of atrophic muscles is evident under the thin and wrinkled skin.Loose folds of skin are prominent over the glutei and the inner side of the thigh.The buccal pad of fat is preserved till the malnutrition becomes extreme.The skin appears dry and scaly. Ref: Page 104, Ghai essential pediatrics; 6th edition
Loss of buccal pad of fat
Gluteal skin thickness increased
Loss of elasticity of skin and dryness
Atrophy of muscles
Nutrition