5th February 2024

This is a 25-year-old young female with a presumed diagnosis of anorexia nervosa.

This is a 25-year-old young female with a presumed diagnosis of anorexia nervosa. She was admitted to the hospital and subsequently required total parenteral nutrition. Physical examination showed features of bone spicule pigmentation on the fundus exam. Laboratory blood tests showed elevated phytanic acid levels.

Which of the following is true of the above condition?