10 Causes of Orthostatic Hypotension
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #8: Anorexia Nervosa
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder where the affected individual is afraid of gaining weight along with a strong desire of wanting to be thin. This leads to extreme calorie restriction. Most of these individuals see themselves as being overweight despite being underweight. They also often deny having issues with a low weight.
Anorexia nervosa can also cause orthostatic hypotension. Other complications include infertility, heart damage, osteoporosis, and amenorrhea. Genetic and cultural factors have also been linked to this disorder. It is more commonly seen among individuals involved in high-level athletics, dancing, and modeling.
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