What are questions that you have to ask doctors about bulimia?

Answer 1

If this is your general physician you should mention that you think you are at risk or suffering from bulimia. Most family care physicians are not trained to examine someone with an eating disorder. They should be able to refer you to physician who specializes in evaluating individuals with eating disorders. That physician will generally take your raw weight (meaning no clothes), and physically examine you. Some will have you have an EKG done to confirm that your heart is healthy. You might also have to have blood work done to confirm healthy levels (potassium, magnesium, and sodium is usually very low in individuals who suffer from bulimia). That doctor will generally ask you several questions about your eating habits and provide you with contact information for local facilities that can assist in the recovery process.

If you're worried about health problems that could arise from the disease and you wish to monitor those, make regular appointments with your specialist and receive treatment to prevent the health problems and correct the damage that is currently being done to your body. Once you enter treatment your vitals will be monitored and blood work will probably be done regularly.