Hello,
Your friend has
eating disorder and she has been diagnosed with anorexia. She feels like she's skipping a beat. She is experiencing symptoms of
anorexia nervosa,
chest discomfort (irregular heart rhythms, low blood pressure,
dizziness,
fainting,
weight loss, etc.). Eating disorder is commonly caused by
depression, loneliness, anxiety, low self-esteem, history of sexual abuse or being teased/ ridiculed on size and weight.
Cultural norms that value or glorify people on physical appearance or getting the perfect body are few factors that cause people to develop eating disorder. Your friend is suggested to take food adequately and avoid skipping meals to prevent nutritional deficiencies and to meet the minimum daily requirement of the body. She should be active and mix up well with friends, make new friends.
She should avoid smoking, alcohol or addictions if any. Take adequate sleep. Stay well hydrated. She is suggested to express depression, disgust, shame or guilt to help herself break free from the problems, both psychological and physical. The disorder can result in significant weight loss or failure to gain weight in childhood, as well as nutritional deficiencies that can cause health problems.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician