Previously known as a “feeding disorder of infancy and early childhood”
Individuals with this disorder experience disturbed eating either due to a lack of interest in eating or a distaste for certain smells, tastes, colors, textures or temperatures.
Common symptoms include:
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Nutrient deficiencies or dependence on supplements or tube feeding
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Eating habits that interfere with normal social functions
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Weight loss or poor development for age and height
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