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Does hair grow back after thinning due to an eating disorder?

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Yes: After you return to a normal weight your hair will return.

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Yes: Yes, but not without complete weight restoration.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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Hair growth: With successful treatment of the eating disorder, time & life-style modifications, yes it does.

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Eating disorders: Mainly weight, being normal or above in bulimics, & underweight in pure anorexics.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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Prognosis of eating DO: Without proper intervention, prognosis is not favorable.

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Tylenol (acetaminophen) PM: Possible, either due to idiosyncratic response or the antihistamine content in tylenol (acetaminophen) pm.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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Codeine: Yes. Some side-effects are nausea, constipation, upset stomach.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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Bowel obstruction: Depends on extent of obstruction, food goes back up & is vomited.

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Puberty stages: Not sure what your age is. It would help to know.

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MVP: Not likely, but some patients with panic disorder have coincidental mvp finding which corrects itself when anxiety is controlled.

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Neck growth: Many possibilities. Have it looked at asap.

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Strattera (atomoxetine): If on the medication for a while, recommend blood work annually.

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