Regina visits her general practitioner medical doctor. Her weight is 90 pounds although she believes she is overweight. She 'snacks' on laxatives, and restricts her eating to one small meal a day, after which she exercises for two hours. Her physical exam is likely to reveal that she has

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Regina's behavior and beliefs suggest she may have an eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa. Individuals with anorexia nervosa often have a lowered heart rate and blood pressure due to malnutrition and excessive exercise. Calcium deposits or improved muscle tone are not commonly associated with anorexia nervosa. Fibroid tumors are not typically related to this disorder.

Regina Visits Her General Practitioner Medical Doctor