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Anorexia Nervosa
Alternate Names : Anorexia, Eating Disorder - Anorexia
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Anorexia Nervosa Complications
The presence of any of these suggests a severe disease, and hospitalization may be required:
- severe dehydration, possibly leading to cardiovascular shock
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electrolyte imbalance (such as potassium insufficiency)
- cardiac arrhythmias related to the loss of cardiac muscle and electrolyte imbalance
- severe malnutrition
- thyroid gland deficiencies which can lead to cold intolerance and constipation
- appearance of fine baby-like body hair (lanugo)
- bloating or edema
- decrease in white blood cells which leads to increased susceptibility to infection
- osteoporosis
- tooth erosion and decay with self-induced vomiting
- seizures related to fluid shifts due to excessive diarrhea or vomiting
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• Definition
• Anorexia Nervosa Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Anorexia Nervosa Symptoms & Signs
• Anorexia Nervosa Prevention
• Anorexia Nervosa Diagnosis & Tests
• Anorexia Nervosa Treatment
• Anorexia Nervosa Prognosis
• Anorexia Nervosa Complications
• Anorexia Nervosa Support Groups
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Arrhythmias
• Bulimia
• Dehydration
• Dental Cavities
Tests & Exams
• CHEM-20
• ECG
• LH Response to GnRH
• Urinalysis
Other Topics
• Blood Pressure - Low
• Central Nervous System
• Depression
• Eating Disorders - Resources
• Electrolytes
• Endocrine
• Fainting
• Heartbeat Sensations
• Intentional Weight Loss
• Intravenous
• Jaundice - Yellow Skin
• Menstruation - Absent
• Muscle Atrophy
• Seizures
• Weight Loss - Unintentional
• Weight Management
Review Date : 2/10/2003
Reviewed By : A.D.A.M. editorial (2/10/2003). Previous review: Benoit Dub, M.D., Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (1/29/2001).
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