Bone marrow study in anorexia recovery
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This research study looks at tiny particles from bone marrow in women with anorexia to understand how weight and hormones affect bone health. It may help find new ways to protect bones during recovery.
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Who can take part
- You must be female and roughly the same age as others in the study.
- If you have active anorexia: your body mass index (BMI) must be below 17, and you’ve had no periods for at least 3 months.
- If you are recovered from anorexia: your weight needs to be above 85% of healthy weight, and periods normal for at least 3 months.
- If you are a healthy control: your BMI must be above 18.5, periods normal, and no past eating disorders.
- You cannot have taken estrogen, birth control, or steroids in the past 3 months.
- You must not have chronic illnesses like diabetes, bone disease, or thyroid problems, and you cannot take calcium or vitamin supplements.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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