Common diseases and disorders pt 2 Flashcards
What type of disorder is anorexia linked to
It’s a disorder linked to eating
Why do people become anorexic
They limit food and liquid intake to their bodies to become skinny and ‘‘appealing’’
What are anorexic people doing to their bodies
Starving their bodies of all nutrients and goodness
What benefits will they not receive
They will not receive benefits from food
What does anorexia lead to
Anorexia can lead to skin problems, hormone imbalance, iron deficiency and early onset osteoporosis
What feelings do anorexic people often have
They feel a tainted and distorted view of their self image and self worth
What are the symptoms
Thin appearance
Abnormal blood counts
Insomnia
Dizziness or fainting
Fatigue
Hair thins, breaks or falls out