Question
False regarding Anorexia Nervosa :
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Evident psychosis
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| B. |
Vigor exceeding physical ill being
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| C. |
Weight loss
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| D. |
Decreased appetite
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer » D
Explanation
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In anorexia nervosa, appetite is usually not truly decreased.
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Patients often feel hungry.
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They voluntarily restrict food due to:
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Fear of gaining weight
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Distorted body image
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True loss of appetite is seen in:
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Cancer
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Infections
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Chronic illnesses
Reason Why Other Options Are True
A. Evident psychosis
B. Vigor exceeding physical ill-being
C. Weight loss
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Main diagnostic feature
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Essential for diagnosis
