Which of the following is a sign of malnutrition affecting the eyes?

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Which of the following is a sign of malnutrition affecting the eyes?

Explanation:
Vitamin A deficiency can show up in the eyes by affecting the surface that keeps the eye moist. The classic sign is foamy plaques on the conjunctiva, called Bitot's spots. These pale, foamy patches arise from drying and keratinization of the conjunctiva when vitamin A is lacking and signal early ocular malnutrition. If not addressed, this can progress to more serious problems such as xerophthalmia or corneal ulcers. Other options—clear sclera, bright eyes, or normal vision—do not indicate malnutrition and reflect healthy eye appearance.

Vitamin A deficiency can show up in the eyes by affecting the surface that keeps the eye moist. The classic sign is foamy plaques on the conjunctiva, called Bitot's spots. These pale, foamy patches arise from drying and keratinization of the conjunctiva when vitamin A is lacking and signal early ocular malnutrition. If not addressed, this can progress to more serious problems such as xerophthalmia or corneal ulcers. Other options—clear sclera, bright eyes, or normal vision—do not indicate malnutrition and reflect healthy eye appearance.

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