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Are anorexic teens more predisposed to heart attacks?

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Dr. Bartholomew Verebanswered

Child Psychiatry 18 years experience

Depends: This would really depend on how severe the anorexia is.

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Dr. William Holmesanswered

Child Psychiatry 36 years experience

Possible But Rare: There could be an increased risk but only in severe cases with serious medical complications arising from the anorexia.

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