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Anorexia is likely caused by a combination of genetic, psychological and environmental factors. Risk factors include perfectionism, prior digestive problems, a family history of eating disorders and excessive stress from life events or changes.
Following is a list of causes or underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Anorexia) that could possibly cause Anorexia includes:
To research the causes of Anorexia, consider researching the causes of these these diseases that may be similar, or associated with Anorexia:
Causes of Broader Categories of Anorexia: Review the causal information about the various more general categories of medical conditions:
Conditions listing Anorexia as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Anorexia. Our database lists the following as having Anorexia as a symptom of that condition:
The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible
causes of Anorexia as a symptom.
This list is incomplete and various other drugs or substances
may cause your symptoms.
Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using,
including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
See full list of 97 medications causing Anorexia
When combined, certain drugs, medications, substances or toxins may react causing Anorexia as a symptom.
The list below is incomplete and various other drugs or substances may cause your symptoms. Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
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The following medical news items are relevant to causes of Anorexia:
As with all medical conditions, there may be many causal factors. Further relevant information on causes of Anorexia may be found in:
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