medical complications associated with eating disorders
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Eating Eating DisordersDisordersMedical Complications
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What is an eating disorder?What is an eating disorder?
Ano re x iaNe rvos a
B ulimiaNe rvos a
Weigh <85% of normal weight for age and height
Distorted body image Intense fear of fat Lack of menstruation Two types◦ 1. restricting
◦ 2. binge/purge
Binge eating Compensatory behavior ◦ Vomiting
◦ Exercising
◦ Fasting
◦ Laxatives
Behavior occurs 2x’s a week for 3 months
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How Anorexia Affects Your Body
http://www.4women.gov/FAQ/anorexia-nervosa.cfm
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Cardiovascular & Musculoskeletal Cardiovascular & Musculoskeletal • Low blood pressure (hypotension)• Diminished heart muscle size• Potentially FATAL arrhythmias
•Bradycardia (slow heart beat)
92%- osteopenia
38% -osteoporosis
•Low bone density (osteopenia)• Porous bones (osteoporosis) • Frequent stress fractures• Muscle Atrophy
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Reproductive & Nervous SystemReproductive & Nervous System
•Cessation of menstrual periods (amenorrhea)•Decreased sexual interest•Congenital defects in newborns•Miscarriage- 6x more likely
• Overall brain atrophy (shrinkage)•Increased stress hormone•Seizures•Poor concetration•Impaired memory
Headaches reported in 28% of patients
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Physical & Metabolic SymptomsPhysical & Metabolic Symptoms
Fainting/dizzy spells
Pneumonia Dry skin Fatigue Difficulty
sleeping Lanugo-fine
hair over the body
•Hypoglycemia•Electrolyte imbalance•Low red (anemia) & white (leukopenia) blood count•Slowed metabolic rate
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How Bulimia Affects Your Body
http://www.womenshealth.gov/FAQ/bulimia-nervosa.cfm
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Cardiovascular & MusculoskeletalCardiovascular & Musculoskeletal
Muscle weakness Erosion of dental enamel (if purging) Increased susceptibility to hemorrhaging Cardiomyopathy due to Ipecac use Hypertension due to diet pills
Ipecac use can result in the
weakening of the heart
Diet pills can result in high
blood pressure
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Reproductive & GastrointestinalReproductive & Gastrointestinal
Miscarriage 2x as likely Impaired fertility Irregular periods
•Tearing or bleeding of esophagus•Constipation•Colon damage•Heartburn•Hernia•Hemorrhoids•Bloating•Abdominal pain
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Physical & MetabolicPhysical & Metabolic Scars on back of hands Bloodshot eyes Stress-induced rashes
Kidney damage or failure Dehydration Diabetes (from binges) Abnormal growth hormone
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How do I get help?How do I get help?
National Eating Disorders Association Survival Guide A physical exam is in order to check for
severe heath problems. Treatment of eating disorders must
address psychological issues. A dietician is often helpful after intial
treatment.