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Is my skin flaky because of my eating disorder?
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There are many skin: Conditions associated with eating disorders and require evaluation and treatment by a dermatologist. I hope you are in treatment for your eating disorder. Many medical problems may accompany eating disorder. Hoping you achieve a full recovery.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Probably: Flacky skin is one of the possible symptoms of an eating disorder. Talk to your physician about your eating disorder. Eating disorders can become life threatening. Get in therapy, a self help group ; work with a nutritionist.
Answered 4/30/2017
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Yes: Eating disorders often result in inadequate intake of the vitamins & nutrients needed to support normal skin integrity.
Answered 4/30/2017
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