Abstract
In this article the current nomenclature of the eating disorders is discussed, as this is an area of great confusion. The basic metabolic disturbances in anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are then outlined.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Amenorrhea / metabolism
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Anorexia Nervosa / classification
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Anorexia Nervosa / metabolism*
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Bulimia / metabolism*
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Cathartics
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Diuretics
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Female
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Hormones / metabolism*
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Humans
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Substance-Related Disorders
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Water-Electrolyte Imbalance / metabolism*
Substances
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Cathartics
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Diuretics
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Hormones