Signs and symptoms
... Anorexia The signs and symptoms of anorexia include: Weight loss, sometimes achieved by self-induced vomiting, abuse of laxatives, use of diuretics or exercise Refusal to maintain normal body weight, ...

Causes
... Doctors aren''t sure of the exact causes of eating disorders. It appears that a variety of factors are involved, including genetics, family behavior and culture. In some instances, the biological syst...

Risk factors
... These factors may increase the risk of an eating disorder: Gender. Teenage girls and young women are more likely than teenage boys and young men to develop eating disorders, though eating disorders do...

When to seek medical advice
... If you have severe weight loss or if you find yourself alternating between binge eating and strict dieting, talk to your doctor to see if you have an eating disorder. Because denial often is a part of...

Screening and diagnosis
... Your doctor likely will perform a physical examination and ask you a number of questions about your eating habits and medical history. The questions your doctor asks may include your history of dietin...