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Anorexia..
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There's not really much that I can say about this except that this is when a person refuses to eat.(This can happen for many different reasons which I am not going to try and list.)
Usually an anorexics weight will drop by a significant amount.Many anorexics will not realise that they are underweight and will stil feel fat when they weigh very little.
Anorexics usually strive for perfection and set themselves very high standards.
they may feel that the only control they have in their lives is that of food and weight.
As with bulimics focusing on food and calories may be a way of blocking out certain feelings and emotions.
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Medical problems
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*tiredness
*little or no energy
*dizziness
*dehydration
*hair loss
*poor circulation
*kidney and liver damage
*depression
*anaemia
*headaches
*shortness of breath
*water retention
*lanugo (fine downy hair)
*electrolyte imbalance
*low potassium
*skin problems
*loss of periods
*insomnia
*infertility
*occasional purging
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What can you do??
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Get help!
First step is to admit that you have a problem, then talk to someone.
I know that it is not as easy as it sounds but there is no other way that I can phrase it.
Talk to family or friend(s), someone that you feel that you can trust and will give you the love and support that you need.
Try and make an appointment with your doctor, they will help with medical problems and will also listen to you and give you useful information.
Remember YOU DESERVE TO BE LISTENED TO.
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