Starvation
Updated: 2023-12-12
Description
Serious lack of food and nutrition.
Self-care
As directed by a healthcare professional, frequent, nutrient-dense meals may help. If there is lack of access to food, seek community resources for help.
When to make a doctor's appointment
See a healthcare professional for:
- Fatigue, dizziness or fainting.
- Confusion, irritability.
- Lack of menstrual periods.
- Stunted growth in children.
- Hair that thins, breaks or falls out.
- Dry, yellowish skin.
- Extreme weight loss.