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Eating Disorders
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Eating Disorders
by Kate, Jun 13, 2000 12:00AM
My Daughter has just had a series of blood tests to record the levels of nutrients in her blood. This is because she has suffered from Anorexia for three years now. My question is she vomitted previous to having these blood tests taken, will this effect the results of the tests? The reason I am worried is because the deficienty her Doctor is mostly looking for is Sarah's Potassium levels and her electrolyte balances. Please help as Sarah's next appointment is on Tuesday 20th June 2000.
Thank you for your Help,
Yours Sincerley,
Kate.
Thank you for your Help,
Yours Sincerley,
Kate.
Doctor's Answer
by HFHS MD-JM, Jun 14, 2000 12:00AM
Kate,
Anorexia nervosa can result in several medical complications. Hypokalemia, low levels of potassium in the blood, may result from recurrent or excessive vomiting or diarrhea. Other electrolyte and lab abnormalities may also be noted. It is important to understand why your daughter had a vomiting episode. Is it a continuation of the illness or related to another problem. Please discuss this further with your daughters physician.
Sincerely,
HFHS MD-JM
Anorexia nervosa can result in several medical complications. Hypokalemia, low levels of potassium in the blood, may result from recurrent or excessive vomiting or diarrhea. Other electrolyte and lab abnormalities may also be noted. It is important to understand why your daughter had a vomiting episode. Is it a continuation of the illness or related to another problem. Please discuss this further with your daughters physician.
Sincerely,
HFHS MD-JM
