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Anorexia Nervosa

Causes | Symptoms | Risk Factors | Treatment

 

Risk factors

Anorexia nervosa has one of the highest death rates of any mental disorder. 5-20% of those with anorexia nervosa will die. Most of the medical complications of anorexia  are caused by starvation.  The period of time of self-starvation is the critical factor for survival. Long term health problems include heart trouble, low blood pressure, low heart rate, low body temperature, poor circulation, anemia and stunted growth.

Other Risk factors include

  • Loss of menstrual periods

  • Dry, brittle bones due to significant bone density loss (osteoporosis)

  • Hair loss

  • Lowered resistance to illness

  • Digestive problems such as bloating or constipation

  • Muscle loss and weakness

  • Severe dehydration, which can result in kidney failure

  • Fainting, fatigue, and overall weakness

Emotional and Behavioral Effects

  • Difficulty in concentrating on anything else except weight

  • Isolation from family and friends

  • Emotional regression to a child-like state

  • Irritability

  • Feelings of guilt and depression

  • Dependence upon alcohol or drugs to handle the negative outlook

 


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