Question 1

what are the effects of bulimia on the voice?

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Laryngitis and more: If repeated vomiting is part of your bulemic spectrum, then exposure of the vocal cords to stomach acid & pepsin will result in inflammation of the vocal cords (as is also often seen with acid regurgitation). Acute laryngitis may result, but watch out for chronic hoarseness, throat clearing, airway spasms, bronchitis, an asthma-type presentation, and even a higher risk of throat cancer.

Question 2

what is the effects of bulimia on the person's voice?

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Hoarseness: Stomach acid irritates the larynx(voice box) and can create chronic hoarseness and a very sore throat.

Question 3

what are the effects of bulimia in pregnancy?

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Eating for Two: Eating disorders require medical and psychological counseling often with an update during pregnancy and breastfeeding because of conflicting thoughts that may impact adequate nutrition intake and body image or food disordered thinking.  If nutrition is significantly compromised, then the baby may be runted.

Question 4

what are the effects of bulimia or mouth cancer on your teeth and gums?

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Very different: Bulimia is the regurgitation of stomach contents (acid). The acid is powerful and can cause dissolving of the teeth if the bulimia is a regular occurence.
Mouth cancer is very different. It is characterized by: a mass in the mouth; an ulcer on the oral tissue; a discolored area of the tissue, etc. 
A consultation with a dentist or oral surgeon is needed to more fully assess.

Question 5

what are some of the side effects of bulimia?

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Side effects: A short list would be rupture of the esphagus from induced vomitting, low potassium from vomiting and weakening of the tooth enamel from the stomach acid.There are more, the most serious is death. Psychological risks are a worsening of the condition and not treating co-morbid depression and anxiety. A more complete list requires professional consultation.

Question 6

what are the long term effects of bulimia?

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Many health effects: Bulimia impacts health in many ways, including electrolyte imbalance which can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and death, esophageal inflammation ; tears, swollen salivary glands, tooth decay, hormonal disruption, and more. Depression often accompanies this condition.  The good news:  it can be treated.   For a more inclusive run-down:  http://tinyurl.Com/mm5s4m5  and  http://tinyurl.Com/34sc4p.

Question 7

what are the long-term effects of bulimia and even if you brush your teeth right after vomiting, will they still rot?

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Acid erosion: It is important not to brush your teeth immediately after vomiting.  Immediately after vomiting, the acids from your stomach weaken the outer layer of your tooth.  If you brush right away you will brush off the softened enamel.  Your body needs to neutralize the acid first.  I would brush an hour or two after vomiting or try not to make yourself vomit.

Question 8

what are the long term health effects of bulimia?

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Depends: It is important in the short-term to seek help via your primary physician and a psychiatrist or therapist experienced with eating disorders.  Some basic laboratories and often an upper GI scope "EGD" are reasonable options depending on the severity / frequency / duration of any purging.  Please do not hesitate to share your struggles with you doctor.  You are not alone and treatment is available.

Question 9

what are the main effects and symptoms of bulimia?

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An Eating Disorder: Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder in which one has a distorted body image often suffering from binge eating (eating very large amounts of food in a short time),  purging (self-induced vomiting), laxative or diuretic abuse and excessive exercise.  One can develop gum infections, cavities, swollen parotid glands, and electrolyte imbalances.  This condition requires professional treatment.

Question 10

what are most worrisome effects of bulimia?

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Electrolytes: If you are vomiting often, you may develop deficiencies in electrolytes which could affect your heart rhythm (at worst) and your general health (best case if this is all).  Working with a physician who can monitor these and replete if necessary is important.  On a broader scope though, it is a serious eating disorder that is very treatable and your overall quality of life can improve greatly.

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