Abstract

AYUZO-DEL VALLE, Norma Cipatli  and  COVARRUBIAS-ESQUER, Joshue David. Eating disorders. Rev. mex. pediatr. [online]. 2019, vol.86, n.2, pp.80-86.  Epub Nov 27, 2020. ISSN 0035-0052.

Eating disorders are a group of multifactorial and serious diseases. Along with asthma and obesity, they are the most common chronic diseases in adolescents. The main disorders are anorexia, bulimia and restrictive disorders not specified; for all these, the diagnostic criteria have been recently modified. This article presents a review of this group of disorders, particularly on the diagnosis and treatment. Overall, the multidisciplinary management is essential, where family involvement is necessary. Identifying these patients in early stages by the pediatrician is relevant because it will help the recovery more efficient.

Keywords : Eating disorders; anorexia; bulimia; adolescent.