What are the signs and symptoms of Anorexia?

by Symptom Advice on February 1, 2011

mood swings

weight loss? :D

Some symptoms can be losing 15% or more of body weight. A person who has Anorexia may abuse laxatives, diuretics, and enemas. S/he may also self induce vomiting. for women, menstrual periods may stop happening. there are also symptoms due to malnutrition which are: constipation, digestive discomfort, bloating, dehydration, muscle cramps, and tremors; downy body hair on the face, back, or arms; dull, brittle, thinning hair; flattened breasts, cracked or dry skin, icy hands and/or feet, irregular heartbeat, depression and/or anxiety. Anorexia also causes low levels of estrogen and thyroid hormone, and increased levels of cortisol.

*Suspect a problem if you:
-Have lost at least 15% percent of your weight without a physical illness and still think of yourself as fat.
-Have not had your period in three months in a row.
-Fear being overweight and losing control of your diet.
-Feel that staying hungry is the only way to keep your weight under control.

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