Rapid recovery from anorexia nervosa after a life-threatening episode with severe thrombocytopenia: report of three cases

Article Abstract:

Three patients with anorexia nervosa who experienced severe thrombocytopenia rapidly recovered by means of administered water and nutritional supplements. Prior to treatment, all three refused to be hospitalized. When they finally agreed to be admitted, hemorrhagic tendencies were observed. Depleted platelet counts were noted as well as liver dysfunction. After the patients' recovery, their eating behavior made leading researchers conclude that the patients were healed physically as well as mentally.

Thrombocytopenia

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder, trichotillomania, and anorexia nervosa: a case report

Article Abstract:

An analysis of a case study shows a serotonin neurotransmitter disturbance in a case of obsessive-compulsive disorder, trichotillomania and anorexia nervosa. There is a possibility that all the three disorders are related. A combination of psychotherapy and pharmacological treatment helps in the recovery and relapse prevention of the patient. Details of the case study are given.

Observations, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Obsessive compulsive disorder, Serotonin, Trichotillomania

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An adult with Prader-Willi syndrome and anorexia nervosa: a case report

Article Abstract:

The case of a 39-year-old man with Prader-Willi syndrome showing severe weight loss is discussed. This patient does not have the obsessive behaviour found in people with Prader-Willi syndrome, but it is reflected in food restriction.

Prader-Willi syndrome

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