Appetite control biology, hormones, and genetics are current areas of focus to better understand anorexia. This eMedTV resource discusses ongoing anorexia research in detail, explaining preliminary findings and their link to the eating disorder.
There are many long-term effects from anorexia, and bone loss is one of the most common. In this section of the eMedTV library, the link between anorexia and bone loss is discussed, including the causes and treatment.
A person who has anorexia also has a higher risk of osteoporosis. This portion of the eMedTV library explains the link between anorexia and osteoporosis. This resource also includes information on treatment options for these conditions.
Two types of eating disorders are anorexia and bulimia -- both involve drastic measures to lose weight. This article takes a closer look at each of these disorders and provides links to more detailed information.
