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Is it possible that an eating disorder, e.g bulimia, cause stomach cancer?
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Cancer? Unlikely: But, it can cause very serious damage to the gastrointestinal tract as well as other body systems. It is definitely a potentially critical medical threat. If this is about you or someone close - do get help as soon as possible to prevent bad consequences. Hope your holidays are nice!
Answered 12/24/2013
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Indirectly, possible: Bulimia results in chronic self-induced vomiting -- which can cause inflammation and damage to stomach and esophagus. If this is severe and chronic enough, cellular changes could ultimately result in cancer. Other damages -- like GI bleeding and electrolyte disturbances, etc -- might occur sooner, though.
Answered 1/4/2015
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