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[Mannequin syndrome].

J M Cosins, Y Frederickx, A Yousif

    Acta Oto-Rhino-Laryngologica Belgica
    |January 1, 1986
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    Mannequin syndrome, characterized by anorexia, amenorrhea, and parotid gland swelling, affects young women striving for thinness. This condition is frequently observed in professions like fashion modeling and air travel.

    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Psychiatry
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • The "mannequin syndrome" emerged in the 1950s.
    • It describes a cluster of symptoms observed in specific demographics.
    • The syndrome's name is derived from its frequent diagnosis in fashion models.

    Observation:

    • The primary symptoms include anorexia (eating disorder), amenorrhea (cessation of menstruation), and parotid gland enlargement.
    • Affected individuals are typically young females.
    • A strong desire to maintain a very low body weight is a common characteristic.

    Findings:

    • The syndrome is characterized by the triad of anorexia, amenorrhea, and parotid gland swelling.
    • It is predominantly diagnosed in young female patients with a goal of remaining thin.

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  • The condition has been frequently identified in fashion models and air hostesses.

    • Implications:

    • Understanding mannequin syndrome is crucial for early diagnosis and intervention in at-risk populations.
    • This condition highlights the potential health consequences of extreme weight-control behaviors.
    • Further research may explore the underlying physiological and psychological mechanisms contributing to this syndrome.