Anorexia
Anorexia (deriving from the Greek όρεξη (orexe) = appetite) is the decreased sensation of appetite. While the term in non-scientific publications is often used interchangably with one of its subtypes, anorexia nervosa, there are many possible causes for a decreased appetite, some of which may be harmless while others pose significant risk for the person.
Results
Inability to eat in the long term may lead to involuntary weight loss, may contribute to cachexia (wasting) and to malnutrition.
Related Topics:
Weight loss - Cachexia - Malnutrition
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