FOOD ISSUES

EATING DISORDERS & HEALTH PROBLEMS

Medical problems

1. Irregular heartbeat, cardiac arrest, death Kidney damage, death.
2. Liver damage (made worse by substance abuse).
3. Destruction of teeth, rupture of esophagus, loss of muscle mass.
4. Damage to lining of stomach; gastritis, gastric distress.
5. Disruption of menstrual cycle, infertility.
6. Stunted growth due to under-nutrition. Even after recovery and weight restoration, person may not catch up to expected normal height.
7. Weakened immune system.
8. Swollen glands in neck; stones in salivary duct.
9. Excess hair on face, arms, and body. Arthritic damage to joints.
10. Anemia, malnutrition.
11. Disruption of body's fluid/mineral balance.
12. Low blood sugar, including shakiness, anxiety, restlessness and a pervasive itchy sensation all over the body.
13. Increased risk of bowel, breast, and reproductive cancers.
14. Permanent loss of bone mass, fractures and lifelong problems.

Psychological problems

1. Feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, guilt and shame.
2. Feelings of alienation and loneliness.
3. Depression can lead to suicide.
4. Person feels out of control and helpless.
5. Compulsive behaviors.
6. Obsessive thoughts and preoccupations about food and weight.
7. Interpersonal relationships are damaged or destroyed.

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