ANOREXIA NERVOSA

The term anorexia

is of Greek origin:
an -: privation or
lack of
orexis -: appetite

Anorexia nervosa is an
eating disorder
characterized by weight
loss
 CAUSES
• DISORDERS: cancer, depression, dementia,
chronic renal failure, altitude sickness.
• DRUGS: stimulants, narcotics,
antidepressants (side effect),
phenethylamine (decrease appetite).
• CONGESTIVE CARDIAC FAILURE
(congestion of liver with venous blood).
• LIFESTYLE
 Signs and
symptoms

• Distored image of
their body
• Depression
• Deterioration in
relationships with
the family
 Signs and
Symptoms
• Muscle wasting
• Amenorrhea
• Dry skin
• Constipation
• Brittle nails
• Thin brittle hair
• The strength of teeth
and the health of the
periodontal tissues are
reduced
FEMALE ATHLETE
TRIAD
 Low energy
availability with or
without disordered
eating
 Menstrual
dysfunction 
Amenorrhea
 Low bone mineral
density 
Osteoporosis
 CAUSES

• Restrective
dieting
• Overexercising
• Weight loss
• Lack of body fat
 Signs and
symptoms

• Irregular or absent
menstrual cycles
• Always feeling
tired and fatigued
• Slepping problems
• Fractures
• Preocupation with
body weight
 Signs and
symptoms

• Enamel
decalcification
• Caries
• Periodontal and
soft tissue
inflamation
Management of Eating
Disorders
 Anorexia
Psychiatric Nervosa
Diseases
Bulimia
 Dental
Professionals

Psychotherapy Medical Care

 Psychiatrists

Dentists Psychologists

Social
Nurses
workers

Dietitians
Thank
you