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Bulimia nervosa in pregnancy: a case report
M Feingold1, Y Kaminer, K Lyons
1Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Tufts University Affiliated Hospitals/St. Margaret's Hospital for Women, Boston, Massachusetts.
Obstetrics and Gynecology
|June 1, 1988
Summary
This case study highlights successful outpatient management of bulimia nervosa during pregnancy. A multidisciplinary approach ensured a healthy mother and baby, demonstrating effective treatment for this eating disorder.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Psychiatry
- Eating Disorders
Background:
- Bulimia nervosa is a severe eating disorder with significant health risks.
- It commonly affects young women, often with a long-standing history.
- Pregnancy in patients with bulimia nervosa presents unique challenges for maternal and fetal health.