There is no way to prevent anorexia nervosa. It's helpful to detect the problem as early as possible, so it's important for parents and health care professionals to be aware of the issue.
The first goal is to make sure the person with anorexia nervosa is not in danger. Treatment should correct any problems with body fluids and salts, and doctors should make sure the heart, liver and kidneys are functioning. Hospitalization may be necessary in the most severe cases.
Behavior...
Read moreWhat is Anorexia? Anorexia nervosa (AN) is an eating disorder in which individuals attempt to lose weight through diet control and/or... Read more »
The heart is the hardest working muscle in your whole body, and so in pregnancy, because of the increased blood volume and extra strain, it... Read more »
The Health Care Reform Bill was signed on Tuesday, March 23, 2010. Now, I have not read this bill that is several thousands of pages in... Read more »
Think of your metabolism as an engine. It's ability to "run" means biochemical processes that keep us alive are ongoing. Your metabolic... Read more »
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where there are abnormal stops (interruptions) in breathing or abnormally low breathing during sleep. Each... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
of AnorexiaAnorexia nervosa is a very serious illness that has a wide range of effects on the body and mind. It is frequently associated with a... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
for AnorexiaNutrition rehabilitation and psychotherapy are the cornerstones of anorexia nervosa treatment. Patients may also require treatment of... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Exercise's Effects on the HeartInactivity is one of the major risk factors for heart disease. However, exercise helps improve heart health, and can... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that involves an inability to stay at the minimum body weight considered healthy for the person's age and... Read more »