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  2. Kiesselbach's plexus - Wikipedia

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    Ninety percent of nosebleeds (epistaxis) occur in Kiesselbach's plexus, whereas five to ten percent originate from Woodruff's plexus. [3] It is exposed to the drying effect of inhaled air. [3] It can also be damaged by trauma from a finger nail (nose picking), as it is fragile. [3] [4] It is the usual site for nosebleeds in children and young ...

  3. Haemophilia C - Wikipedia

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    In terms of haemophilia C medication tranexamic acid is often used for both treatment after an incident of bleeding and as a preventive measure to avoid excessive bleeding during oral surgery. [ 3 ] Treatment is usually unnecessary, except in relation to operations , leading to many of those having the condition not being aware of it.

  4. Eating disorder - Wikipedia

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    This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 13 February 2025. Mental illness characterized by abnormal eating habits that adversely affect health Medical condition Eating disorder Specialty Psychiatry, clinical psychology Symptoms Abnormal eating habits that negatively affect physical or mental health Complications Anxiety disorders, depression ...

  5. Anorexia (symptom) - Wikipedia

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    Anorexia is a medical term for a loss of appetite.While the term outside of the scientific literature is often used interchangeably with anorexia nervosa, many possible causes exist for a loss of appetite, some of which may be harmless, while others indicate a serious clinical condition or pose a significant risk.

  6. Atypical anorexia nervosa - Wikipedia

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    The methodologies used by eating disorder treatment centers to treat anorexia nervosa generally also help those affected by atypical anorexia. Re-feeding and addressing any possible electrolyte imbalances is usually the first step in treating atypical anorexia nervosa, as complications from underlying electrolyte imbalances and malnutrition can ...

  7. Christina Applegate Recalls Struggling With Anorexia on ...

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    Christina Applegate is opening up about a past eating disorder."I've never discussed it in public ever, my battle with an eating disorder so it's a big deal," she tells her MeSsy podcast co-host ...

  8. Eating recovery - Wikipedia

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    Eating recovery refers to the full spectrum of care that acknowledges and treats the multiple etiologies of anorexia nervosa and bulimia, including the biological, psychological, social and emotional causes of the disorder, through a comprehensive, integrated treatment regimen. When successful, this regimen restores the individual to a healthy ...

  9. Eating mucus - Wikipedia

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    In a study by Andrade and Srihari, 25% of subjects were ailed by nose bleeds, 17% with nasal infections, and 2% with damage more serious than bleeding. [3] W. Buzina studied the fungal diversity in nasal mucus in 2003. 104 samples were gathered with 331 identifiable strains of fungi and 9 different species per patient.