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What kind of eating disorder is it if you restrict food and also purge?
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Bulimia Nervosa: If you both eat (binge) and purge, it's called bulimia, or bulimia nervosa. The purging can be by induced vomiting, diuretics, enemas, laxatives, and/or exercise. It is a serious condition that can cause an electrolyte imbalance that can ultimately lead to death. If you or someone you know is doing this, please see a therapist who specializes in eating disorders as soon as possible.
Answered 1/4/2014
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