Anorexia
by: Danielle Rader
Anorexia
anorexia is a disorder that causes people to obsess about their weight and the food that they eat. They maintain a weight that is far below their age and height and tend to starve themselves or exercise excessively to avoid weight gain.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/anorexia/basics/definition/con-20033002
Ages
anorexia is most common around the ages of 15-17. it is uncommon and rare, but can appear in ages 10 and under. Anorexia statistics show that it mostly affects women and about 10% of men.
Symptoms
symptoms of anorexia are:
1. Extreme weight loss.
2. thin appearance.
3. abnormal blood count.
4. elevated liver enzymes.
5. fatigue.
6. dizziness or fainting.
7. seizure.
8. brittle nails.