Annie+-+Eating+Disorders

=Eating Disorders =

= Eating Disorder = Eating disorders are a group of serious conditions when you are engaged with food and weight and you can focus on little things. The main types of eating disorders are anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.Treatments for eating disorders usually involve nutrition education, family counseling, medications and hospitalization.

SOURCE: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/eating-disorders/DS00294 =Symptoms and Effects = Eating disorders are considered diseases because they have certain symptoms and effects. Some of these symptoms are physical and some are emotional. People with eating disorders sometimes go to great lengths to hide their actions. Even if you spend a lot of time with someone, the signs of an eating disorder can be hard to notice. = Signs of an eating disorder = You usually feel cold, dizzy, have fainting spells, and low blood pressure.The hair on your head gets thinner and hair  may appear on their face and arms. Tooth decay and swollen  salivary glands are common symptoms. When you are anxious  and you have difficulty sleeping those are more signs. =Eating Disorder in Men and Boys = Males may be prone to eating disorders because of low self-esteem, depression and being anxious. Male interest in athletics may be a cause of some eating disorders, but it is not the only cause.

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