Hi,
Some signs and symptoms of an eating disorder:
1. Sudden or
rapid weight loss, frequent weight changes
2. Constant dieting, possible binge eating
3. Compulsive or excessive exercising
4.
Fatigue,
fainting, weakness
5. Preoccupation with weight, shape and appearance
6. Extreme unhappiness with body image
7. Intense fear of weight gain
8. Feeling of loss of control around food
9. Change in food preferences, having lists of good/bad foods
10. Avoiding social events that involve food
11. Withdrawal from social interaction or even isolation
12. Highly sensitive about comments about food, body size and shape.
Please don't force him to eat, such patients don't listen and understand, they need family support and counseling by an expert.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sonali Tripathi