Common physical dangers of eating disorders show just how dangerous it is to lose weight in an unhealthy manner.
Eating disorders are not just about weight loss. The body is simply not designed to be under as much stress as an eating disorder can cause, leading to physical problems. In severe cases, physical dangers can also become present.
The Dangers of Anorexia Nervosa
Here is a list of some of the physical dangers associated with **anorexia** anorexia.html type eating disorders.
- Bowel and urinary problems
- Death
- Delayed pubertal development
- Digestive problems
- Downy hair on the body
- Fainting spells
- Fatigue
- Hair loss
- Headaches
- Heart failure
- Infertility
- Loss of menstruation
- Osteoporosis
- Severe dehydration
- Severe constipation
The Dangers of Bulimia Nervosa
Here is a list of some of the physical dangers associated with bulimia type eating disorders.
- Bleeding of the esophagus
- Broken blood vessels and swollen glands
- Death
- Depression
- Digestive problems
- Fatigue
- Heart failure
- Irregular heartbeat
- Kidney damage
- Liver damage
- Menstruation cessation
- Stomach ulcers
- Sore throat and pain
- Swollen or infected saliva glands
- Teeth and gum problems
The Dangers of Compulsive Overeating and Binge Eating Disorders
Here is a list of the common physical dangers associated with binge eating disorders and compulsive overeating.
- Arthritis
- Cardiac arrest
- Death
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Preeclampsia during pregnancy
- Sleep troubles
- Shortness of breath
- Varicose veins
- Weight gain