Have you ever heard of someone being addicted to vomiting for a sense of relief?

Question:

A friend of mine recently told me that he has a problem with vomiting. Not to lose weight but just because he said it gave him a sense of relief. He is very ashamed and tries not to do it but states that he may do it up to 3 or 4 times per day. Afterwards he feels horrible about himself. Have you ever heard of anything like this?

Answers:
Actually with bulemia there is a feeling of guilt associated with eating, then the person vomits to not feel the guilt - and yes, feels relieved after vomiting. However, i do know of a person that is addicted to vomiting just for the sheer pleasure of it. It is harmful to their stomach, esophagus, enamel, etc.. But yes, i have heard of this before.

It's called bulimia

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