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Please explain what are some tips and tricks on purging or bulimia?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

"Tips and tricks"?: The main tip i can recommend is to get professional help if you are purging or bulimic. This can be a very dangerous practice, and you can die. Please see your family physician first. There are also psychiatrists, psychologists, nutritionists, and other therapists who specialize in eating disorders and can help you.

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Answered 12/19/2013

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A member asked:

Im a 34 yr old with a ten year battle with bulimia. I have been purging daily for the most part. Im 72hrs purge free and my throat still feels heavy/scratchy. How long should I wait before it will improve or I should be concerned about cancer/other?

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