What are the initial symptoms of anorexia?

Patient's question:

Want to consult a doctor about the initial classic symptoms of anorexia? And after anorexia reappears, how should one pay attention to treatment? During the stage of anorexia, how should one pay attention to recuperation?

Doctor's answer:

Anorexia manifests in the following ways:
1. Significant weight loss compared to normal individuals;
2. A fear of fat, even after weight reduction, accompanied by a distorted and twisted self-image;
3. Flat breasts in women, prominent bone structure, menstrual irregularities, and hirsutism on arms and legs, as well as delayed puberty;
4. Abuse of diuretics and laxatives, excessive vitamin intake, or intentionally losing weight through induced vomiting and overexertion.
Additionally, anorexia is often accompanied by bulimia, with the two symptoms alternating in occurrence.

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