what are the effects and sympthoms of bulemia?
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Bulimia (say “boo-LEE-mee-uh”) is a type of eating disorder. People with bulimia will eat a large amount of food in a short time (binge). Then they will do something to get rid of the food (purge). They may vomit, exercise too much, or use medicines like laxatives.
People who have bulimia may binge because food gives them a feeling of comfort. But eating too much makes them feel out of control. After they binge, they feel ashamed, guilty, and afraid of gaining weight. This causes them to purge.
Without treatment, this “binge and purge” cycle can lead to serious, long-term health problems. Acid in the mouth from vomiting can cause tooth decay, gum disease, and loss of tooth enamel. Any type of purging can lead to bone thinning (osteoporosis), kidney damage, heart problems, or even death
All eating disorders are complex problems, and experts do not really know what causes them. But they may be caused by a mix of family history, social factors, and personality traits. You may be more likely to have bulimia if:
Other people in your family are obese, have an eating disorder, or have a mood disorder such as depression or anxiety.
You have a job or do a sport that stresses body size, such as ballet, modeling, or gymnastics.
You are the type of person who tries to be perfect all the time, never feels good enough, or worries a lot.
You are dealing with stressful life events, such as divorce, moving to a new town or school, or losing a loved one.
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the acid from his stomach will eat away at his esphogus and probably
What are the signs and symptoms of bulimia?
People who have bulimia are very secretive about their bingeing and purging, so others may not notice the signs and symptoms of the eating disorder. Some symptoms of bulimia are so subtle that only a medical professional would notice them. Surprisingly, being underweight is not a characteristic sign of bulimia, even though people with bulimia are afraid of being too fat. Individuals with bulimia often are of normal weight or overweight because they eat a lot.
The warning signs and symptoms of bulimia include:
Secrecy surrounding eating and the time period after eating, to allow for bingeing and then purging. Frequent trips to the bathroom after meals, signs and/or smells of vomiting, evidence of laxatives or diuretics. Going to the kitchen after everyone else has gone to bed to binge. Going for unexpected walks or drives at night. Excessive desire for privacy in the bedroom or bathroom.
Odd eating behaviors, such as avoidance of eating with others; unpredictable and sudden dietary likes and dislikes; skipping of meals; taking very small portions when eating with others; consuming a lot of water or diet soda (to make vomiting easier); cutting food into very small bites; chewing food excessively; separating different types of food on the plate; strange pairings of foods.
Eating unusually large amounts of food, with no apparent change in weight. The disappearance of large amounts of food, or numerous empty wrappers or containers in the garbage.
Excessive, rigid exercise regimen – However, it is difficult to distinguish a serious athlete from an athlete with bulimia. Both may train excessively and not eat enough to compensate for the caloric usage
Complex lifestyle schedules or rituals to make time for binge-and-purge sessions. Typical behaviors are using mints or gum to cover up the smell of vomit, running water in the bathroom to conceal the sound of vomiting, or always going to the bathroom after meals.
Poor body image; preoccupation with body weight, weight loss, dieting, and control of food – Wearing of baggy clothes to hide the body. A distorted body perception. Avoidance of looking in mirrors.
Discolored or callused finger joints or backs of the hands – Jamming the fingers down the throat to induce vomiting may damage the outer surfaces of the hands.
Tooth and mouth problems, such as discolored and decalcified teeth, and sensitive, swollen, and bleeding cheeks and gums. These are caused by vitamin deficiencies and by the stomach acid that comes up with vomit.
Stomach pain and intestinal irregularities, such as constipation and diarrhea.
Irregular or nonexistent menstrual periods (in females).
What are the effects of bulimia?
Bulimia causes serious physical and emotional effects. Some of the major effects of bulimia include:
an imbalance in electrolytes;
inflammation of the esophagus, salivary glands, and jaw;
problems with teeth, gums, and lips;
chronic irregular bowel movements due to abusive laxatives;
feelings of shame and guilt;
depression;
low self-esteem; and
damaged family and social relationships.
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http://www.medicinenet.com/bulimia/article.htm
Sure. Bulemia is Pratically throwing up everything he puts down his throat. ITS THAT simple. Someone who Porks down big amounts of food, and goes straight to the bathroom is a huge sign/
symptoms: teeth have a weird color, texture because too much stomache acid passes them
person often eats a lot then excuses them self
"binging" eating unreal amounts of unhealthy foods
some bulimics have nicks on their fingers from forcing themselves to vomit.
Bulemia can cause a lot to go wrong with the body.
check this out:http://www.helpguide.org/mental/bulimia_signs_symptoms_causes_treatment.htm
Bulimia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa is a disorder where the main characteristics are binge eating and compensatory behaviors in order to prevent weight gain. Bulimics are caught in the devastating and addictive binge-purge cycle.
For individuals suffering from Bulimia Nervosa, the binge can be seen as a reward within itself and a way to cope with daily stresses and feelings. Bulimic binges usually consist of a larger than normal quantity of food, that typically are high in caloric intake. For individuals with Bulimia Nervosa, the binge eating usually occurs in secrecy and rarely in the presence of others.
The types of food vary but are often sweet and/or high in fat content. Some binges are planned in advance by the Bulimic, but generally they are impulsive. Triggers for binges in Bulimia Nervosa include dysphoric mood, interpersonal stressors, boredom, prolonged dieting, and body image dissatisfaction.
The binge eating in Bulimia Nervosa may temporarily numb the negative feelings, but this state is quickly followed by feelings of failure. The Bulimic is often ashamed of their binges and views the Bulimic behavior as a loss of control and a reason for low self-esteem. This is why it is often hard for Bulimics to come forward and seek help.
Individuals suffering from Bulimia Nervosa follow their binge-eating behavior with compensatory behaviors in an attempt to counteract the binge episodes. The most common form of compensatory behavior for individuals suffering from Bulimia Nervosa is vomiting. The Bulimic usually induces vomiting directly following the binge.
For the Bulimic, the act of purging may temporarily reduce the feeling of fullness and reduce their fear of weight gain from the binge. Some individuals with Bulimia Nervosa even look forward to the purging behavior as they enjoy the feeling of release the purging behavior temporarily affords.
Other compensatory behaviors that individuals with Bulimia Nervosa use in an attempt to prevent weight gain include use of laxatives, enemas, diuretics, diet pills, ipecac, strict diets, fasts, insulin abuse, chew-spitting, and vigorous exercise.
Bulimics, like Anorexics, are also obsessively involved with their body shape and weight. An individual with Bulimia Nervosa will often obsessively check their body size and weight through frequent weighing, measuring, pinching, and viewing themselves in a mirror. For the Bulimic, the individual's self worth is directly tied to their body shape and weight.
Some of the common potential medical complications of practicing Bulimia Nervosa include cardiac arrhythmias, esophageal tears, electrolyte disturbances, gastrointestinal problems, and dental problems. For a complete list of potential medical problems for Bulimia Nervosa, visit our Medical Complications page.
The medical complications of Bulimia Nervosa can be severe and like Anorexia, if left untreated can become life threatening.
when he starts throwing up! and if he gets hungry less and less he should see a doctor right away cuz it could damage his body perminitly so when he wants to eat his body wont let him!! if he is bulimic, he should know what it does to him..in some cases..rarely..u gain pounds! good luck
no, this sicknes would not have caused this. because bulemia is practicly throwing up food and some times starving yourself, to look skinny. woman are mostly, likely have eating disorders than men.
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books, clinik nuse, and my freind has anerexia.
People who have bulimia are very secretive about their bingeing and purging, so others may not notice the signs and symptoms of the eating disorder. Some symptoms of bulimia are so subtle that only a medical professional would notice them. Surprisingly, being underweight is not a characteristic sign of bulimia, even though people with bulimia are afraid of being too fat. Individuals with bulimia often are of normal weight or overweight because they eat a lot.
The warning signs and symptoms of bulimia include:
Secrecy surrounding eating and the time period after eating, to allow for bingeing and then purging. Frequent trips to the bathroom after meals, signs and/or smells of vomiting, evidence of laxatives or diuretics. Going to the kitchen after everyone else has gone to bed to binge. Going for unexpected walks or drives at night. Excessive desire for privacy in the bedroom or bathroom.
Odd eating behaviors, such as avoidance of eating with others; unpredictable and sudden dietary likes and dislikes; skipping of meals; taking very small portions when eating with others; consuming a lot of water or diet soda (to make vomiting easier); cutting food into very small bites; chewing food excessively; separating different types of food on the plate; strange pairings of foods.
Eating unusually large amounts of food, with no apparent change in weight. The disappearance of large amounts of food, or numerous empty wrappers or containers in the garbage.
Excessive, rigid exercise regimen – However, it is difficult to distinguish a serious athlete from an athlete with bulimia. Both may train excessively and not eat enough to compensate for the caloric usage
Complex lifestyle schedules or rituals to make time for binge-and-purge sessions. Typical behaviors are using mints or gum to cover up the smell of vomit, running water in the bathroom to conceal the sound of vomiting, or always going to the bathroom after meals.
Poor body image; preoccupation with body weight, weight loss, dieting, and control of food – Wearing of baggy clothes to hide the body. A distorted body perception. Avoidance of looking in mirrors.
Discolored or callused finger joints or backs of the hands – Jamming the fingers down the throat to induce vomiting may damage the outer surfaces of the hands.
Tooth and mouth problems, such as discolored and decalcified teeth, and sensitive, swollen, and bleeding cheeks and gums. These are caused by vitamin deficiencies and by the stomach acid that comes up with vomit.
Stomach pain and intestinal irregularities, such as constipation and diarrhea.
Irregular or nonexistent menstrual periods (in females).
Bulemia can kill. My daughter almost died from it and she was hospitalized for two months and went to counseling for quite awhile. Her weight is still monitored, however. We have to. Most bulemics are very private and will not admit the problem. To overcome stress they'll take in huge amounts of food and then purge it by throwing up. My daughter used a toothbrush to activate her gag reflex, thus enabling her to throw up. Also, bulemics are usually perfectionists but when they can't be perfect, the stress marches in and the food marches out. If this happens enough, the bulemic will be severely malnutritioned and can develop any number of maladies anywhere from scurvy to anemia. For the long-term bulemic, the acid in the stomach crosses the teeth thus ruining the enamel. Some bulemics lose their teeth. Ultimately, a total loss of nutrition takes its toll on the heart and death can result. I have never heard of bulemia causing a need for gallbladder surgery, but I am sure you could find information on that. Symptoms of bulemia include eating voraciously and disappearing, being too thin for their bone strcture and height, demanding perfection in their personal lives, and health problems cropping up such as anemia, etc. Those are some of the most basic symptoms and signs of the disease. I wish the best for your friend. Bulemia is a killer.
I have had bulimia for many years. I used to be anorexic but then became bulimic. It is an addiction like any other. I just gave birth 9 months ago and did not do it during the whole pregnancy. I don't know why I ended up going back to it after the birth. There are lots of signs. I always tell my husband I am taking a bath or shower after I eat and then I run the water and vomit. I always clean the bathroom and spray alot of lysol. I have alot of stomach pain and feel weak all the time and depressed. I did end up in the emergency room with an electrolyte imbalance because my potassium was so low. I get leg cramps at night and I get alot of chest pain like I am having a heart attack. I do believe your friends gallbladder could have been effected from his bulimia. It is a very secret disease that causes you to isolate and hate yourself. He is lucky to have a friend who cares.
this is more than likely from bulemia.he needs to eat he is causing severe damage to himself. he will die if his bulemia continues. there is a book of the symptoms and effects of bulemia. i think that you should get the book and give it to him. it will greatly save his life.
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