Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Nephrotic Syndrome I : Introduction

Nephrotic Syndrome I : Introduction

Nephrotic Syndrome is a chronic kidney disorder defined by clinical findings such as severe proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, hyperlipidemia, and edema. These symptoms result from damage to the glomeruli, the kidney’s filtering units, increasing their permeability to proteins.Definition and Meaning:Proteinuria, defined as the loss of more than 3.5 grams of protein per day in adults, is a crucial feature of nephrotic syndrome. This condition is often accompanied by edema, the accumulation of fluid...

Nephrotic Syndrome II : Assessment and Medical Management

Nephrotic Syndrome II : Assessment and Medical Management

IntroductionNephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder marked by excessive protein loss in the urine, leading to various systemic complications. This condition often results from damage to the glomeruli—the kidney's filtering units—causing proteinuria, low blood protein levels, and fluid retention. Understanding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of nephrotic syndrome is essential for effective treatment and prevention of further kidney damage.AssessmentPatient History: Document any history...

Nephrotic Syndrome III : Nursing Management

Nephrotic Syndrome III : Nursing Management

Nursing management for nephrotic syndrome adapts as the disease progresses, with strategies evolving to address advancing symptoms and complications.Early-Stage Management In the early stages, nursing interventions for nephrotic syndrome resemble those used in managing acute glomerulonephritis, focusing on symptom monitoring, fluid balance, and managing mild to moderate edema.Vital Signs: Regularly monitor blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature to promptly identify...

Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is a complex and severe eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of weight gain, an unrelenting pursuit of thinness, and a distorted body image. It often leads to dangerously low body weight relative to an individual's age and height. This disorder is marked by significant physical and psychological consequences, making it one of the most life-threatening psychiatric illnesses.
Symptoms and Physical Effects
Individuals with anorexia nervosa commonly exhibit extreme...

Bulimia Nervosa

Bulimia Nervosa

Bulimia nervosa is a complex and severe eating disorder characterized by a cyclical pattern of binge-and-purge eating pattern. It generally involves an episode of binge eating, followed by compensatory behaviors such as vomiting, excessive exercise, laxative use, or fasting, to prevent weight gain. Despite often maintaining a normal weight, individuals with bulimia are intensely preoccupied with their body image and harbor an overwhelming fear of gaining weight. This can contribute to the...

Binge Eating Disorders

Binge Eating Disorders

Binge eating disorder is a significant mental health condition characterized by recurrent episodes of excessive food consumption within a short period, accompanied by a perceived loss of control over eating behavior. Unlike occasional overeating, binge eating disorder is marked by distressing emotions such as guilt, shame, and anxiety following binge episodes. The disorder affects individuals across different ages and backgrounds, with profound implications for physical and psychological...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Predictive analytics to direct clinical attention to complex patients with elevated suicide risk: enhancement of the Veterans Health Administration REACH VET model.

BMJ mental health·2026

Same author

The dangers of dieting in adolescence.

Paediatrics & child health·2026

Same author

Diabetes outcomes of patients followed by pharmacists newly embedded in primary care clinics.

American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists·2025

Same author

Exploring markers of feasibility for a pragmatic study of biomarkers in adolescents with eating disorders: steps towards a precision psychiatry approach.

Journal of eating disorders·2025

Same author

Are Health Equity Rounds an Acceptable Format to Address Education on Implicit Bias and Structural Racism in Pediatric Emergency Settings?: A Mixed-Methods Study.

Pediatric emergency care·2025

Same author

Using Instagram for health promotion: professional and ethical challenges for Australian nutritionists and dietitians.

Health promotion international·2025

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 10, 2026

Using the Activity-based Anorexia Rodent Model to Study the Neurobiological Basis of Anorexia Nervosa

Using the Activity-based Anorexia Rodent Model to Study the Neurobiological Basis of Anorexia Nervosa

Published on: October 22, 2015

Diffuse Reticulate Purpura in an Adolescent Female With Anorexia Nervosa: A Case Report.

Alon Coret¹, Amy Robinson¹

¹Department of Pediatrics, CHEO, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

The Journal of Adolescent Health : Official Publication of the Society for Adolescent Medicine

|December 27, 2025

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Diffuse reticulate purpura (DRP), a skin condition linked to severe malnutrition, was observed in a female adolescent with anorexia nervosa. Prompt nutritional rehabilitation led to the rapid resolution of this visible marker of critical nutritional status.

Keywords:

Anorexia nervosa (AN)Dermatology Diffuse reticulate purpura (DRP)Eating disorders

More Related Videos

Assessing Activity-based Anorexia in Mice

Assessing Activity-based Anorexia in Mice

Published on: May 14, 2018

A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis

A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis

Published on: May 10, 2022

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 10, 2026

Using the Activity-based Anorexia Rodent Model to Study the Neurobiological Basis of Anorexia Nervosa

Using the Activity-based Anorexia Rodent Model to Study the Neurobiological Basis of Anorexia Nervosa

Published on: October 22, 2015

Assessing Activity-based Anorexia in Mice

Assessing Activity-based Anorexia in Mice

Published on: May 14, 2018

A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis

A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis

Published on: May 10, 2022

Area of Science:

Dermatology
Nutrition
Adolescent Medicine

Background:

Diffuse reticulate purpura (DRP) is a rare cutaneous manifestation associated with severe malnutrition.
It has been infrequently reported in adolescents diagnosed with anorexia nervosa.

Purpose of the Study:

To report a case of DRP in a 13-year-old female with anorexia nervosa.
To highlight DRP as a potential indicator of severe malnutrition in eating disorders.

Main Methods:

Case report of a 13-year-old female presenting with a purpuric rash.
Clinical examination, laboratory investigations, and dermatological consultation.
Monitoring of resolution following nutritional rehabilitation.

Main Results:

The patient presented with DRP, cachexia, and bradycardia, alongside laboratory findings indicative of malnutrition and early refeeding syndrome.
DRP resolved quickly with nutritional intervention.
No coagulopathy was detected.

Conclusions:

DRP can serve as a reversible dermatologic sign of severe malnutrition in adolescents with anorexia nervosa.
Recognition of DRP may avert unnecessary investigations for other conditions.
Increased clinician awareness is crucial for identifying critical nutritional compromise.