Bulimia Symptoms of an Eating Disorder
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Apr 16, 2006
Bulimia nervosa is characterized by periods of uncontrolled binge eating followed by a form of purging. This happens on a regular basis, usually being diagnosed by a Doctor if the patient is binging and purging a few times a month.
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A daily diet that is followed and an extreme restriction of food intake is what characterizes bulimia. This usually leads to the binge and facilitates the continuation of the dangerous cycle. Usually individuals struggling with bulimia are of average weight or gain and lose weight quite frequently.
Behaviours can also include those of Anorexia. Many people with Bulimia are also starving themselves and have an intense fear of becoming fat.
Bulimia Symptoms:
- fatigue
- lack of concentration
- skin and nail problems
- frequent weight fluctuations
- swollen salivary glands (puffy cheeks)
- irregular of absent menstrual cycle
- frequent dental problems
- hair loss
- anaemia
- social avoidance
- anxious
- skipping meals
- going to the bathroom alone after meals
- bloodshot/red and puffy eyes
- secretive behaviour
- excessive exercise
- distorted body image
- low self-esteem
- depression and moodiness
Bulimia can take over a person's life. There is no glamour or fashion in "trying it out." If someone you know needs help with anorexia, please refer them to these lists of Canadian Eating Disorder Treatment Centres and Treatment Centers in the United States.
For books on bulimia, visit Gurze Books.
