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Worsening of unusual anorexia nervosa linked to semaglutide use in an adolescent girl

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Abstract

An adolescent girl with atypical anorexia nervosa experienced significant weight loss after discontinuing semaglutide.

  • Atypical anorexia nervosa may occur even when body mass index is normal.
  • The adolescent exhibited fear of gaining weight, increased exercise, and reduced caloric intake.
  • During hospitalization, she presented with bradycardia and pericardial effusion.
  • Semaglutide was previously prescribed for weight-related dysphoria due to being near overweight.
  • After stopping semaglutide, the girl continued to lose weight.
  • A subsequent panic attack following a weight gain of 1 kg led to her admission to an eating disorder ward.

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