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This disease is a form of eating disorder commonly known as anorexia is a result of limited food intake or intentional starvation. People suffering from this disease have a strong fear of gaining weight in spite of the fact that they are underweight. They look withered and are convinced about their overweight image. In worst cases they have to be hospitalized for their persistent denial of food and to avoid starvation. This disease also leads to odd eating rituals as people get obsessed with their diet and food.

It is most commonly caused due to improper functioning of digestive tract and organs surrounding it .It occurs mainly due to unhealthy stomach and intestines and leads to many problems like disturbed appetite, diarrhea, indigestion, constipation and ulcers.
Slow digestion can also be a result of lack of enzymes due to malfunctioning of liver, pancreas and gall bladder is a major cause of appetite loss. It can also be due to emotions like anxiety, stress, depression and grief.

Its symptoms include:
1.Major weight loss.
2. Misuse of laxatives, diuretics or enemas in an attempt to loose weight.
3. Lack of menstruation
4. Low blood pressure or fatty tissue loss
5. Dental cavities due to self induced vomiting.
6. Discolouration of skin in the form of blotchy patches or yellow skin.

Diagnosis is done after ruling out major causes due to metabolic, endocrine or nervous system abnormalities.
The tests include:
1.ECG
2.Urinalysis
3.A popular test known as chem-20 is done.

Complications include:
1.It leads to severe malnutrition
2.Cardiovascular shock due to major dehydration.
3.Cold intolerance and in major cases severe constipation due to thyroid gland deficiencies.
4.Lowered white blood cell count increasing risk of infections
5.edema or bloated appearance accompanied by malnutrition.
6.Excessive vomiting or diarrhea leading to seizures
7.Worst case is osteoporosis.
8.Dental decay and cavities due to self induced vomiting.