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The Impact of Eating Disorders on Reproductive Health: Mitigating the Risk
Suzanne M Bailey-Straebler1,2,3, Leah C Susser1,3
1Weill Cornell Medicine-New York Presbyterian Hospital, White Plains.
The Primary Care Companion for CNS Disorders
|September 6, 2023
Summary
Eating disorders (EDs) significantly impact fertility and obstetric outcomes in women of reproductive age. Early recognition and treatment of EDs can improve conception rates and reduce risks for mothers and infants.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive health
- Maternal-fetal medicine
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Eating disorders (EDs) are prevalent in women of reproductive age, affecting fertility and obstetric outcomes.
- These conditions require specialized attention due to their significant health consequences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the implications of EDs on infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum periods.
- To introduce tools for identifying disordered eating and recommending treatments for women with suspected EDs.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was performed on PubMed, using terms related to eating disorders, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and obstetric outcomes.
- Chain searching was employed to identify additional relevant articles.
- Articles focusing on the impact of EDs on fertility and perinatal outcomes were selected.
Main Results:
- Perinatal EDs negatively affect maternal mental health, obstetric results, and infant outcomes.
- EDs can lead to long-term effects on offspring through epigenetic changes.
- EDs are a common, treatable cause of infertility.
Conclusions:
- Recognizing and treating EDs before conception can lower obstetric risks and adverse effects on offspring.
- For women experiencing infertility, ED treatment can enhance the likelihood of conception.
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