Anorexia Nervosa

Psychiatry

Overview

Definition

Eating disorder characterized by severely restricted food intake and fear of weight gain.

Epidemiology

Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.

Etiology & Risk Factors

  • Genetics, sociocultural factors.

Clinical Symptoms

  • Severe weight loss
  • amenorrhea
  • distorted body image.

Clinical Approach

Diagnosis

  • Clinical (BMI <18.5).

Management

  • Nutritional rehabilitation
  • Psychotherapy (FBT).

Complications

  • Arrhythmias
  • osteoporosis
  • suicide.