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Medical Reference Related to Bulimia Nervosa

11. Bulimia Nervosa - Prevention
    

    There is no known way to prevent bulimia. Early treatment may be the best way to prevent the disorder from progressing. Knowing the signs of bulimia and seeking immediate medical care can help prevent long - term health problems caused by bulimia. There a

12. Bulimia Nervosa - Other Treatment
    

    Learn about types of counseling that may be useful in treating eating disorders.

13. Bulimia Nervosa - Medications
    

    Medicines such as antidepressants may reduce the frequency of the binge-purge episodes of bulimia. They may also be used to treat other mental health problems, such as depression, that often occur along with bulimia. Learn more.

14. Bulimia Nervosa - Home Treatment
    

    Home treatment is very important for people who have bulimia. You will set individual goals along with your doctor, nutritionist, and professional counselor. Some of these goals may include: Practicing emotional self - care. Don't blame yourself for your

15. Bulimia Nervosa - Topic Overview
    

    Is this topic for you? Bulimia is one of the most common eating disorders. If you want information on other eating disorders, see the topics Anorexia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder.

16. Bulimia Nervosa - Symptoms
    

    Symptoms of bulimia include: Repeatedly eating large amounts of food in a short period of time (less than 2 hours). Frequently getting rid of the calories you've eaten (purging) by making yourself vomit, fasting, exercising too much, or misusing laxatives

17. Bulimia Nervosa - When To Call a Doctor
    

    Call your health professional immediately if you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with bulimia and now is not able to pass urine, notices that his or her heart skips beats or beats slower than normal, has severe abdominal pain, or is vomiting

18. Bulimia Nervosa - Cause
    

    Learn the causes and risk factors of bulimia, including family history, social values, and personality traits like perfectionism.