Abstract

BERMUDEZ, Patricia; MACHADO, Karina  and  GARCIA, Irene. Eating behavior disorders difficult to treat: A clinical case. Arch. Pediatr. Urug. [online]. 2016, vol.87, n.3, pp.240-244. ISSN 0004-0584.

The incidence of eating behaviour disorders (EBD), represented by bulimia nervosa (BN) and anorexia nervosa (AN) has increased in recent years. Its aetiology is multifactorial. Currently, the age at presentation is increasingly younger, affecting individuals of both sexes. EBDs are chronic disorders, associated with high morbidity and mortality and often present with multiple relapses. Treatment requires the involvement of a multidisciplinary team, although there is no evidence indicating the effectiveness of various treatment strategies. The study presents the case of a EBD carrier teen (AN with purgative component). This patient had several risk factors described for the disease, the presentation was characteristic and presented some of the most frequent complications. Treatment was initiated with hospitalization and a multidisciplinary approach. The initial response was not good, so it was necessary to change the therapeutic strategy. The major therapeutic target was the physical and mental integrity care. Recovery of nutritional status was initiated and sought to establish changes in eating behaviour.

Keywords : FEEDING AND EATING DISORDERS; FEEDING BEHAVIOR; ANOREXIA NERVOSA; BULIMIA.

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