MSRA: Eating Disorders Flashcards

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Q

What are the features of anorexia nervosa?

A

Low body weight, self-induced weight loss, over-valued ideas, endocrine disturbance

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What are the features of bulimia nervosa?

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Recurrent episodes of binge eating, followed by intentional vomiting or other purgatory behaviours, overvalued ideas

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3
Q

Which blood results are low in anorexia?

A

Potassium
T3
Sex hormones

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Which blood results are raised in anorexia?

A

Growth hormone
Cortisol
Glucose
Cholesterol

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