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Anorexia

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Updated July 27, 2010

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Definition: Anorexia refers to loss of appetite. It is a potential side effect of some medications used in treating social anxiety disorder (SAD).

Anorexia should not be confused with anorexia nervosa, which is a specific eating disorder.

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