Maria, a five-month-old infant, is diagnosed with the defici…

Maria, a five-month-old infant, is diagnosed with the deficiency of arachidonic acid. The doctor advises that Maria be fed breast milk, which is rich in arachidonic acid. This fatty acid, however, is not consumed by adults as it can be synthesized in their bodies itself. In this scenario, arachidonic acid is a(n):

Sarah, an 8-year-old girl, suffers from swelling of abdomen,…

Sarah, an 8-year-old girl, suffers from swelling of abdomen, hands, and feet. Her doctor examines her and reports that the swelling is due to a low level of albumin in her blood that has led to fluid accumulation in her tissues. In this scenario, Sarah suffers from a condition called _____.

Bruce is a healthy teenager. He suffers from stomach pain an…

Bruce is a healthy teenager. He suffers from stomach pain and swelling whenever he consumes dairy products such as milk and cheese. Bruce has a healthy appetite when it comes to nondairy products and does not suffer from any such discomfort when consuming them. He is most likely suffering from _____.