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Anorexia has only been a diagnosed disorder since the late 1800s, but written descriptions of people who might have suffered from anorexia date back to ancient times.
Priest reports state that Catherine of Sienna existed on a diet of next-to-nothing, consiting of only small amounts of fruits and berries.
Ancient Romans practiced habits of starvation and purging after meals, signs of the eating disorders of anorexia and bulimia.
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In what ethnic groups is the rate of anorexia nervosa not increasing?
There still have been little to no reports of anorexia existing in 3rd world (poverty-stricken) countries or in cultures that favor full-figured / heavier women.
Is there medication for anorexia nervosa?
That's impossible to say. Many people die of anorexia, and many survive. It depends on when intervention occurs, how much damage has been done to the organs. Anyone who has anorexia nervosa and is still alive can potentially be helped by medical care. It takes more than medication though. They must be given nutrition, counselling, and the underlying problems must be resolved. Medication might be given to help deal with the psychological issues, and to help with the physical damage caused by long term starvation. In general: there are many ways in which doctors can help a person with anorexia nervosa. People have been cured of the disorder, and medication may play a part in that, but it's not a magic bullet. There needs to be counselling to help the person get over the underlying psychological problems leading to their obsessive drive to be thin. Yes, it can work, and people can go on to live normal lives.
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.
How many centuries has Christmas been around?
Around 20.09 Centuries.
How did Karen Carpenter Died?
On February 4, 1983, less than a month before her thirty-third birthday, Carpenter suffered heart failure at her parents' home in Downey, California. She was taken to Downey Community Hospital, where she was pronounced dead twenty minutes later. The LA coroner gave the cause of death as "heartbeat irregularities brought on by chemical imbalances associated with anorexia nervosa." Her divorce was scheduled to have been finalized that day. The autopsy stated that Carpenter's death was the result of emetine cardiotoxicity due to anorexia nervosa. Under the anatomical summary, the first item was heart failure, with anorexia as second. The third finding was cachexia, which is extremely low weight and weakness and general body decline associated with chronic disease. Emetine cardio toxicity implies that Carpenter abused ipecac syrup, an easily obtained emetic medicine that is only meant to be taken by persons who have accidentally swallowed poison.
How long has globalization been around?
Globalisation has been around for Many centuries now.
Is Anorexia nervosa increasing?
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Anorexia ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes anorexia is becoming a wide problem now In days especially in teens that are misinformed or pressured by their peers. Also, in many others, such as actresses, that want to have "The Perfect Body". Hope this Helped --curscascis ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes, very much so.
Where did marajuana come from?
the hemp plant. it has been around for centuries.
When did people start thinking anorexia was glamourous?
Anorexia has never been "glamourous".
When was wrestling was born?
Wrestling in general has been around for centuries. WWE formerly WWF It was found in 1963
Make a sentence of centuries?
How many centuries has indoor plumbing been around? The Chinese dynasties rarely last more than several centuries.
Who were the first anorexic people?
Anorexia has been around for a VERY long time (look up fasting girls).
