Eating Disorders Flashcards

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What are Mallory-Weiss tears?

A

Longitudinal mucosal lacerations at the gastroesophageal junction, resulting in bleeding. Can be a result of chronic vomiting.

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What is Russel’s sign?

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Calluses on the back of the knuckles, caused by chronic self-induced vomiting

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What is acrocyanosis?

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Cyanosis (blueness) of the extremities

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