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Are anorexia nervosa conditions related only to the digestive system?
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∙ 14y ago
Anorexia can affect the digestive system. But it often affetcs the internal organs (especially the heart), the nervous system, and the skeletal system, too.
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Can plethora be associated with anorexia nervosa?
I do not think it can be associated with anorexia nervosa, but I think it can be related with bulimia nervosa
What does nervosa mean?
There is technically no exact term or definition to "nervosa" in the English language. For the context is is commonly used in, nervosa generally applies to the fact that something affects either the nervous system, mind / thoughts / mental capacity or reasoning, or influences the body through the mind. Thus, anorexia and bulima have "nervosa" at the end of their official names because they are an eating diorder that is commonly sourced from the mind.
Can lack of food cause a teenager to have seizure like symptoms?
Yes, especially if they have been not eating for a prolonged period of time, such as in Anorexia Nervosa. See the Related Link.
What health concern related to anorexia was discussed in class as potentially leading to irreversible damage?
Osteoporosis is irreversible in people with anorexia. Other health conditions resulting from anorexia are generally reversible.
What has the author Bryan Lask written?
Bryan Lask has written: 'Children's Problems (Positive Health Guide)' 'Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence' 'Overcoming behavior problems in children' -- subject(s): Adolescent psychology, Child psychology, Child rearing, Problem children 'Eating disorders in childhood and adolescence' -- subject(s): Eating disorders in children, Eating disorders in adolescence, Anorexia nervosa
How many people die of eating disorders every year?
Sadly, we do not have clear statistics, as many people who die from their eating disorders have listed as the cause of death other conditions, such as cardiac complications as the cause of death, thus skewing the numbers. National epidemiological studies are needed for determining the natural history, morbidity, and mortality of all eating disorders (Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorders and Eating Disorders Not Otherwise Specified). There is a particular need for clearer information about mortality rates, especially for anorexia nervosa. That said, here are some stats that might help you out: * Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness * A study by the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders reported that 5 - 10% of anorexics die within 10 years after contracting the disease; 18-20% of anorexics will be dead after 20 years and only 30 - 40% ever fully recover * The mortality rate associated with anorexia nervosa is 12 times higher than the death rate of ALL causes of death for females 15 - 24 years old. * 20% of people suffering from anorexia will prematurely die from complications related to their eating disorder, including suicide and heart problems
What disorder is related to OCD?
Anorexia
Are sleeping disorders and eating disorders related?
Yes, many times they are especially if it is anorexia nervosa. When the body goes into starving mode, the brain is being overworked because it has little or no energy that is needed to keep it running. In this way it causes the brain to behave abnormally.
People who died from anorexia nervosa?
Millions of people have died from anroexia or realted illnesses.Some famous people who have died from anorexia or anorexia-related causes are….* Princess Leila Pahlavi (The youngest daughter of the late Shah of Iran)* Anne Sexton (American poet Anne Sexton (1928-1974))* Heidi Guenther (ballet dancer)* Margaux Hemmingway (actress, model)* Christy Henrich (gymnast)* Karen Carpenter (musician)* Ana Carolina Reston (Brazilian model)also beyonce aunty has died from anorexia .
Are breathing problems and anorexia related?
Not normally.
What is the diagnosis for respiratory problems related to anorexia?
Anorexia can cause some respritory problems. A person with anorexia tends to have a weaker immune system, making them more prone to infection and viruses (cold, flu, bacteria, ect.). This can cause inflamation and even possibly permanent damage to the respritory system. Increased stress on the body can also weaken the lungs. Anorexia can also worsen pre-existing conditions.
What type of disorder is anorexia?
eating disorders Anorexia is considered to be an eating disorder. It can also fall under some other catergories, like a "condition", "mental disorder", "emotional disorder", and a "physical disorder". It depends possibly on the cause (depression, BDD, media, ect.) and also who you ask, as some doctors / people only believe it is a certain type of condition, and not another.
