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Anorexia - Anorexia Nervosa

Symptoms & Signs

What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?

Individuals with anorexia often have the following characteristics:

behavior that isolates them from others

excessive dependency needs

flat affect, or a face that doesn't display normal emotions

immaturity

obsessive-compulsive behavior

tendency toward an excess of exercise or other physical activity

The malnutrition caused by anorexia can affect many body systems. Some common symptoms of anorexia nervosa include:

amenorrhea, or absence of menstruation

arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats

constipation

delayed puberty

difficulty concentrating, apathy, or irritability

fatigue

slow pulse and low blood pressure that can cause fainting

If people repeatedly make themselves vomit to keep their weight down, they may develop:

erosion of the tooth enamel, leading to cavities

esophagitis, or inflammation of the esophagus which can cause heartburn

An individual with anorexia may also show symptoms of depression or drug abuse.

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