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Health Encyclopedia: Eating Disorders Treatment For Anorexia
- Eating Disorders - Treatment for Anorexia
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- Introduction
- Risk Factors
- Causes
- Complications of Bulimia
- Complications of Anorexia
Treatment for Anorexia
The treatment goals for patients with anorexia require a team approach. Doctors should immediately check and treat any medical problems related to the condition, such as bone loss, imbalances in important electrolytes, and any hormonal deficiencies, including thyroid and reproductive hormones. Nutrition rehabilitation and psychotherapy also plays an important part in anorexia therapy.
Many moderately to severely ill anorexic patients require hospitalization, particularly und...
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