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What risk could teens face later in life if they had anorexia?
People with anorexia face the risk of low body mass and osteoporosis, as well as risking relapse of anorexia nervosa.
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 term is given to a female athlete who has an eating disorder and develops amenorrhea and osteoporosis?
That is most commonly diagnosed as anorexia.
What is the names the name of the condition characterized by disordered eating lack of menstrual periods and osteoporosis?
Anorexia nervosa can result in lack of menstrual periods and eventually osteoporosis.
What does anorexia do to people?
If it gets bad enough, eating disorders like anorexia will eventually kill you. Before that though it messes up your health extremely by starving your brain-making you not think correctly, losing muscle, which can ruin your heart because your heart is also a musle. your hair and nails will become brittle and you will lose your hair, and anorexia also increases chances of developing osteoporosis (where your bones deteriorate) the list goes on and on.
How can anorexia affect your blood?
Because of the malnutrition associated with anorexia, individuals often become anemic.
What are the long term effects for anorexia?
Anorexia in the long-term, if not treated properly, can be fatal. The health concerns of anorexia - even if an individual is treated and recovered - can include life-long problems associated with anemia, osteoporosis/brittle bones, and heart problems.
Is the risk of anorexia higher for certain careers?
The risk of developing anorexia is higher among adolescents preparing for careers that require attention to weight and/or appearance
What does genetics have to do with anorexia?
It is considered that anorexia can sometimes have a genetic link. If a person (particularly a girl) has a diret biological family member, then it is possible that they might have a slightly higher risk of developing anorexia or other eating disorders.
What is the percentage of anorexia in Alabama?
The percentage of individuals with anorexia in Alabama is approximately 1%. This statistic may vary depending on different studies and data sources. It is important to note that anorexia rates can fluctuate over time.
What percentage of males develop anorexia?
95% of females develop anoraxia,However ONLY 5 % males of the total population develope anorexia nervosa. 25~jmata
What body parts are effected by anorexia?
Anorexia can and does affect the whole body. There is weight loss, which is visible. The hair can become thin and fall out. Nails become brittle and discolored while skin becomes dry. Malnutrition leads to weakened bones/osteoporosis and anemia of the blood from low iron. Anorexia also weakens internal organs like the heart and kidneys.
