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 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 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

could you tell me what are some bulimia side effects ?

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Purging type: Recurrent excessive eating followed misuse of laxatives, water pills, enemas or causing one to vomit. Side effects of  vomiting include rotting teeth, enlarged salivary glands, inflammation of the esophagus, dehydration ; misuse of laxatives etc cause dehydration with low potassium, low magnesium, cardiac irregularities, loss of consciousness, pancreatitis, seizures, and death get help asap.

Question 8

what different effects do anorexia and bulimia have on your body?

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Malnutrition: Loss of essential nutients......Vitamin, mineral, calcium, dental decay, anemia, B12 deficienct etc.

Question 9

what side effects can develop from having bulimia (i'm not bulimic just wondering)?

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See below: It can lead to chemical imbalances in the body as well as doing signficant damage to teeth. Bulimia can make your quite ill.

Question 10

i suffered from bulimia for 10years could i have done severe damage? cancer or barretts? how can i reverse the effects and become healthier?

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See below: If you do not have any symptoms related to swallowing or heartburn, you are unlikely to have lasting damage from your illness. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco or alcohol in any form. 
Practice safe sex. 
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