Anorexia Nervosa
Makayla Hogan ( day 2, hour 6)
brief history
symptoms
whole body: dehydration, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, low blood pressure, low body temperature, osteoporosis (back pain, reduced mass resulting in weakened bones), water-electrolyte imbalance, or feeling cold.
behavioral: hyperactivity, inpulsivitiy, compulsive actions, binge eating, or social isolation.
mood: anxiety, apprehension, or guilt
Also common: brittle nails, bruising,dieting, dry hair, headache, laxative abuse, sensitivity to cold, or slow heart rate.
what causes this disease?
-Genetics
-low self esteem
-cultural and social pressures
diagnosed and treated
diagnosed: Anorexia Norvosa is a is hard disease to diagnose because the victim usually try's to hide their loss in weight and strange habits. It is usually noticed by medical compilations.
Treated: it can be treated by watched eating patterns, put in a medical center if sever enough, encouragement by friends and family to get better.