Scientists identify possible genetic variations linked to eating disorders

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Scientists identify possible genetic variations linked to eating disorders

A substantial number of people with eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa have a chronic course. They are severely underweight and have a high likelihood of dying from malnutrition. No treatment has been found that helps people who are chronically ill. Now, a new study sheds light on the reason that some people have poor outcome.

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Tags: Genetic, Eating Disorder, Anorexia, Disease and Condition, Scientist, Mortality, Science