Anorexia Treatment in Turkey
About Anorexia
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive, therapeutic approach focused on behavioral and nutritional rehabilitation.Personalized care plans developed by certified dietary specialists.Aims to restore healthy body weight and correct life-threatening nutritional deficiencies.Empowers patients with education and skills for long-term, sustainable eating habits.Often integrated with psychological therapy for a holistic treatment of eating disorders.
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of Anorexia Nervosa or other specified feeding or eating disorder (OSFED).
- Severe, unintentional weight loss leading to a BMI below a healthy range.
- Medical complications from malnutrition such as electrolyte imbalances, bradycardia, or amenorrhea.
- Poor appetite (anorexia) due to chronic illnesses like cancer, HIV/AIDS, or renal failure.
- Failure of outpatient nutritional counseling to achieve weight restoration or prevent health decline.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical and psychological evaluation to assess physical health and readiness.
- Baseline tests including complete blood count, metabolic panel, and ECG to establish a safety profile.
- Initial consultation with a dietitian to discuss food preferences, fears, and nutritional history.
- Development of a structured, step-by-step meal plan tailored to the patient's caloric and nutritional needs.
- Education for the patient and family about the treatment process, goals, and the importance of adherence.
Risks & possible complications
- Refeeding Syndrome: A potentially fatal shift in fluids and electrolytes when nutrition is reintroduced too quickly.
- Gastrointestinal discomfort, including bloating, constipation, or nausea, as the body readjusts to food.
- Psychological distress or increased anxiety around meal times and weight gain.
- Non-adherence to the meal plan, which can hinder progress and require program adjustment.
- In rare cases, if underlying physical illness is the cause, progression of the primary disease may continue.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial phase involves closely monitored meals, often in a residential or day-treatment setting.
- Regular weigh-ins and medical check-ups to track progress and adjust the nutritional plan.
- Ongoing nutritional counseling and therapy to address the psychological aspects of eating.
- Gradual transition to self-managed meal planning and eating in a home environment.
- Long-term follow-up with a dietitian and therapist to prevent relapse and maintain healthy habits.
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Typical hospital stay:
Varies widely (Outpatient to 30+ days)
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Expected recovery time:
6 months to several years
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering anorexia in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with dietary departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform anorexia. MediFyr helps you compare dietary specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for anorexia compare across other countries where we have data.
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