Which of the following is NOT a symptom associated with EFAD?

• A. Immune dysfunction
• B. Increased susceptibility to infection
• C. Weight gain
• D. Impaired wound healing

Answer: (C)

Essential fatty acids are crucial for keeping cell membranes and signaling systems functioning, especially in the skin and immune response. When EFAD occurs, the body's ability to maintain skin integrity and mount effective immune defenses is impaired, leading to immune dysfunction, higher susceptibility to infections, and slower wound healing. Weight gain is not a feature of EFAD; in fact, growth and weight gain can be affected due to malnutrition and metabolic disturbances. So the symptom that does not fit EFAD is weight gain.