A Comprehensive Review of the Medical Complications Associated With Restrictive Eating Behaviors in Anorexia Nervosa

January 2025 in “ Medical Research Archives ”

Dennis Gibson, Adam Leggett

TLDR Anorexia nervosa causes serious health issues, best treated with a team approach focusing on nutrition.

Anorexia nervosa, a highly lethal mental health disorder, leads to numerous medical complications impacting every organ system, particularly as body weight decreases. The primary treatment for these complications is nutritional rehabilitation, which is most effective when managed by a multidisciplinary team of medical providers, dieticians, and behavioral health professionals.

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