Anorexia Nervosa Center: Symptoms, Treatments, Tests, and Effects on the Body

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Anorexia Nervosa Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder in which people have an intense fear of gaining weight and can become dangerously thin. Signs of anorexia include less than normal weight, negative body image, and obsession with food. Anorexia Nervosa Health Center Topic Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What Increases Your Risk When To Call a Doctor Exams and Tests Treatment Overview Prevention Home Treatment Medications Other Places To Get Help Related Information References Credits latest headlines Top Stories Home Treatment Tips for Anorexia Recovery Anorexia Can Lead to Irrational Behaviors What Increases Your Risk for Anorexia Nervosa? More Articles Related WedMD Community Message Boards Mental Health Message Board See All Message Boards Top Search Terms for Anorexia Nervosa Causes of Anorexia Pro Ana What Is Anorexia Nervosa? Anorexia Symptoms Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa Long-Term Effects of Anorexia How to Prevent Anorexia Why Do People Become Anorexic? Anorexia Test Signs of Anorexia What Are the Symptoms of Anorexia? If you think you have anorexia, it’s a good idea to reach out for help. Anorexia is an eating disorder that affects many people. One of the main signs of anorexia is not eating enough food. You might not eat because you think you’ll become perfect if you lose a lot of weight. But starving yourself can make you very sick, or even lead to death, so you need to get help. Read Article Today on WebMD What Happens With Anorexia? How restrictive eating changes your body. Anorexia Risk Factors What makes you more likely to have this condition? When to Call a Doctor for Anorexia Signs to take action on. Anorexia and Osteoporosis What is the link? Recommended for You Article Warning Signs of Anorexia Article Self-Care Tips for Anorexia Article Family-Based Therapy for Anorexia Article Anorexia Treatment: What Works? Article Can Anorexia Be Prevented? Article Home Treatment for Anorexia Article Who Gets Anorexia? 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