Let us talk about an eating disorder called Anorexia Nervosa.
But first what is an "Eating Disorder"?
EATING DISORDER- it is an abnormal habit of eating of an individual which gives a negative effect on his/her health.
Let us now move on to our main topic which is Anorexia Nervosa.
ANOREXIA NERVOSA- it is characterized as an eating disorder, people who suffer from this kind of illness have an intense fear of gaining weight. This is why they control their weight extremely which causes their body weight to become very low.
SYMPTOMS
Thin Appearance
Fatigue
Insomnia
Dizziness
Irritability
Irregular heart rhythms
Dry or yellowish skin
Dehydration
Low blood pressure
Not wanting to eat in public
Frequent checking self in the mirror
CAUSES
Biological
Psychological
Environmental
RISK FACTORS
Genetics
Transitions
Dieting or Starvation
COMPLICATIONS
In females, absence of period
In males, absence of testosterone
Anemia
Bone loss
Loss of muscle
Kidney problems
DIAGNOSIS
Physical exam
Laboratory tests
Psychological evaluation
TREATMENT
Hospitalization
Medical care
Psychotherapy