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What is anorexia nervosa / bulimia nervosa?

A condition with a heightened fear of gaining weight and focus on controlling body image. Patients try to lose weight excessively through fasting, inducing vomiting, or excessive exercise. Binge eating may also be involved.

Symptoms of anorexia nervosa / bulimia nervosa

  • Fear of gaining weight despite already being thin

  • Thinking that one is fat despite healthy body weight

  • Strict dietary restrictions

  • Recent weight loss

  • Self-induced vomiting

  • Dry skin

  • Fatigue

  • Recent changes in mental state

Questions your doctor may ask to check for anorexia nervosa / bulimia nervosa

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose anorexia nervosa / bulimia nervosa

  • Are you afraid of gaining weight despite being slim?

  • Do you think you are overweight even though others don't agree?

  • Are you following a strict diet routine?

  • Have you lost weight recently?

  • Do you make yourself vomit intentionally?

Treatment for anorexia nervosa / bulimia nervosa

Treatment aims to overcome the fear of weight gain and maintain a healthy weight. This is done mostly through various forms of therapy with a counselor. Group and family therapy sessions may help too. Medications can be given to help with associated problems like anxiety or depression. In severe cases with malnourishment, hospitalization may be needed to monitor and bring weight back up to a healthy level.

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References

  • American Psychological Association - Anorexia Nervousa

    https://dictionary.apa.org/anorexia-nervosa

  • American Psychological Association - Bulimia Nervosa

    https://dictionary.apa.org/bulimia-nervosa

  • American Psychological Association - Treatment for Eating Disorders

    https://www.apa.org/topics/eating-disorders/treatment

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Reviewed By:

Weston S. Ferrer, MD

Weston S. Ferrer, MD (Psychiatry)

Weston Ferrer is a physician leader, psychiatrist, and clinical informaticist based in San Francisco. With nearly a decade of experience in academia and more recent immersion in industry, he has made significant contributions to the fields of digital health, health tech, and healthcare innovation. | As an Associate Professor at UCSF, Weston was involved in teaching, leadership, and clinical practice, focusing on the intersection of technology and mental health. He recently led mental health clinical for Verily (formerly Google Life Sciences), where he applied his expertise to develop innovative solutions for mental healthcare using the tools of AI/ML, digital therapeutics, clinical analytics, and more.. | Weston is known for his unique ability to innovate and support product development while bringing pragmatism to technology entrepreneurship. He is a strong advocate for patient-centered care and is committed to leveraging technology to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities. |

Yu Shirai, MD

Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)

Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.

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