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Bulimia Symptoms are often difficult to see in the early stages because the behavior is
usually very secretive and many bulimics stay within their normal weight range for their
age and height.
The main symptom or Characteristic of Bulimia is the Bingeing and Purging in which an excessive
amount of food is eaten followed by certain behaviours, commonly known as purging, to
prevent weight gain. These include self induced vomiting, misuse of laxatives and diuretics,
fasting and excessive exercise.
Whilst a binge is normally considered to be eating huge quantities of food at any one
time someone with bulimia may not always eat a huge amount Ð especially when eating in
company Ð just too much for them or a dietary rule is broken and they then go on to consume
more than they want and that may look quite normal to an onlooker so making a diagnosis
on food intake alone can be difficult.
There are however some specific warning signs including
An obsession with weight, shape and size. Constant dieting.
The disappearance of large amounts of food. A preference to eat alone.
Almost always going to the bathroom after eating Ð hearing running water is common
to cover up the noise of vomiting. Weight swings and there can be rapid weight
loss if the person has both anorexia and bulimia Ð eating disorders often co-exist.
Spending less time with family and friends so becoming isolated and withdrawn.
Mood Swings Depression.
Calluses and cuts on the backs of hands and knuckles.
Erosion or loss of tooth enamel, tooth decay and tooth loss.
If you suspect that a person is exhibiting some bulimia symptoms encourage them to seek
help. If you have symptoms yourself or know that you have bulimia seek help Ð bulimia
negatively impacts all areas of your life and the long term effects can be devastating.
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