What is still "normal" eating behavior in a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus and what is not "normal" any more?
2016
Abstract
Individuals with type 1 diabetes comparing to general population are at increased risk of developing an eating disorder, the effects of which lead to an important worsening of a patient s prognosis. In this article two cases of type 1 diabetes patients suffering from a subclinical from of eating disorder are described.
Early detection of an eating disorder in a diabetic patient is essential. The article highlights the signs and symptoms to help healthcare professionals detect people at risk so they can encourage them to accept appropriate help