What are some of the health problems that can result from anorexia and bulimia?

Answer 1

Stomach ulcers, inflamation or even ruptures in the esophagus, chronic irregular bowel movements(Laxative abuse), dehydration, tooth decay, anemia, sore throats, swelling of the salivary glands and death. I'm sure there are more.

Answer 2

bulimia causes many medical problems including:thermoregulatory problems, insomnia, anemia, dental errosion, ruptured blood vessels in your eyes, paratoid sweeling, esophageal tears, delayed gastric emptying, chronic diarrhea and/or constipation, dehydration, acidosis, osteoporosis, bradycardia, dysrhythmia, edema, stomach ulcers, amenorrhea, matabolic problems, hypokalemia, dry skin, brittle nails, urinary tract infections, loss of potassium and chronic soar throat.

For more information go to:

http://www.healthyplace.com/Communities/Eating_Disorders/peacelovehope/medical.html

Answer 3

i dont know about bulimia but i am a previous anxoresic techniquely i still mentally i had it last yr where i almost died before collasping and being put in hospital for a month. i stunted my growth and development. i also delayed my periods and puberty. i would of only lasted another month if not put in hospital . i regually see a physcologist and inspire to become one and help others. i still cant look at myself happily or eat normally i feel like it is never ending dease and no one wants it. mentally i am a mess and socially am bad when it is strong. its not what you think, it is soo much more thab thibkibg you are fat. it can be assocated with depression and anxiety

Answer 4

Bulimia is a serious eating disorder that can cause damage to the lining of the esophagus, and it can lead to the deterioration of tooth enamel over time. The acidity of the stomach is extremely low and only the stomach has the capability to sustain itself in such a low pH level. In the act of throwing up, the contents of the stomach are forced back upward through the gastroesophageal sphincter and through the esophagus. Too much damage to the esophagus can lead to esophageal cancer, and the overuse of the gastroesophageal sphincter can lead to heart burn.

Answer 5

I'll tell you from experience, if you don't mind, cos i used to always avoid that part when looking at stuff on bulimia and anorexia.

1. the enamel on your teeth gets really weak and thin (i think, im not actually sure if that's how it happens, but) your teeth rot really quick. i got 6 cavities and later...'bout 1-2 weeks later, two of my teeth needed root canals (that i know of) and this cost a lot of money, and my teeth are still rotting away, every day, no matter how much i brush them and they hurt a lot - more and more... :(

2. i believe God saved me, not only from this illness and even the psychological bit, but also physically, during the illness, i believe He saved me from heart attacks, cos i remember panicking sometimes, cos my liver/heart hurt badly and i started looking through internet for help. Anyway, my heart would thump so hard, i could put a glass on my chest and watch it move as i lay down. at times it got bad, but i didn't care.

3. now this didn't happen to me as much, cos i weren't that seious about it (and my teeth are still real bad, see?) but i know your hair falls off. this may look exciting in movies about bulimics, but in reality it's not nice. really...you don't wanna be bald, do you?

If you're bulimic, pleeeaaase stop throwing up, please! :( you're damaging yourself so much, you may want to be skinny, but there are other ways to do that and one of them is going out a lot, then you won't think about food, and EAT! please, don't ever starve yourself, i lost about 10kg i think, after i stopped, cos i stopped binging and and vomiting and started to eat properly and i even want to exercising now, tho i used to be too lazy to do that. All the best and may God bless you.

Answer 6

Bulimia is when a girl (or boy) forces themselves to throw up or use laxatives to increase bowel movements (poop). The health risks are that when they throw up, the acid from their stomach comes up and can cause serious damage to the throat, plus tooth decay. The point of Bulimia is to make the person skinny, so the person could die of starvation or other weight problems.

Answer 7

Bulimia can lead to permanent brain damage which can cause depression and anxiety. Other risks include heart failure, kidney damage, and damage to the digestive system.

Answer 8

Bulimia may become chronic and lead to serious health problems, including seizures, irregular heartbeat, and thin bones. In rare cases, it may be fatal.