Physical indications
Physical signs and symptoms of anorexia include:
- Thin appearance (A BMI under normal range of 18)
- Absence of menstruation
- Abnormal blood count,
- Fatigue,
- Dizziness or fainting,
- Brittle nails,
- Hair that thins, breaks or falls out,
- Soft, downy hair covering the body,
- Constipation,
- Dry skin,
- Intolerance of cold,
- Irregular heart rhythms,
- Low blood pressure,
- Dehydration,
- Osteoporosis.
Chantelle
Now that i've overcome anorexia there's no way i ever want to go back there. I remember all that was important for me was being thin and that I'd be able to see my protruding bones in the mirror...
Malcolm
Most children are either fat or thin. I was the former. This wasn't a problem until I started to realize that it was more acceptable to be thin. This realization made me want...
Emma
I began my recovery journey from anorexia when I was 16 years old. It was a gradual process and a hard one, but once I truly felt that I wanted to get better and be healthy and happy, the steps moved quicker...