In anorexia athletica, what begins as a means to control weight for athletic competition on a short-term basis may develop into a long-term medical problem. Which of the following statements about anorexia athletica is true?

Question

A. Amenorrheic athletes have low bone-density levels in non-weight-bearing bones, such as the spine, and are more prone to musculoskeletal injuries
B. Decreased fat levels may lead to a decreased production of progesterone, which will impair bone tissue formation and thus result in osteoporosis
C. Approximately 20-40 percent of female athletes involved in sports such as gymnastics and distance running exhibit diagnostic criteria for anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa
D. Disordered eating appears to be found only in female athletes and has led to the female athlete triad

Answer 1

Answer: A