Medical Complications
The common medical complications of eating disorders include...
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Loss of Menstrual Cycle
- Dry and Yellow Skin
- Feeling Cold
- Slowness of Thought
- Erosion of the Teeth and Gums
- Hemorrhoids
- Osteopenia/Osteoporosis
- Stunted Growth in Adolescents
- Infertility
- Heart Rhythm Abnormalities
- Heart Attacks/Strokes
- Electrolyte Abnormalities
- Abnormal Liver Functioning
- Anemia
- Decreased Estrogen or Testosterone
- Elevated Cholesterol
- Abnormal Blood Pressure
- Shrinkage of the Brain
Helpful Articles on the Medical Complications of Eating Disorders
- Binge Eating Disorder Medical Complications
- Bulimia Medical Complications
- Diabetes and Eating Disorders
- Exercise Compulsion and Its Dangers
- Hazards of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa
- Medical Complications of Anorexia Nervosa
- Pregnancy and Eating Disorders
If you or someone you know is struggling with an Eating Disorder, please call Remuda today at 1-800-445-1900. Your call could save a life!
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