Practice: Pregnancy Plus - Eating disorders in pregnancy

Veronica Bridget Ward - 11 January 2008

Pregnancy can complicate an eating disorder as changes in body shape may increase anxiety about weight gain. Pregnant women with eating disorders will therefore need monitoring and support.

From the archives:
Clinical review: Eating disorders and weight problems
A patient's story: "My life revolves around food and exercise"

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