A member asked:

If there is more hair on her arms, back, etc, is this a sign of anorexia?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Per Mayo clinic: 'soft, downy hair covering the body' can sometimes be seen with anorexia nervosa. Check out this great article by mayo clinic: http://www.Mayoclinic.Org/diseases-conditions/anorexia/basics/definition/con-20033002.

Answered 1/2/2014

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