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I'm bulimic and dry face skin peeling off, what's wrong?

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Get help: Bulimia can cause a range of medical complications including dehydration, dangerous electrolyte imbalances, damage to your esophagus, and damage to tooth enamel, among other things. If severe enough, medical complications can be life threatening. See a mental health professional who treats eating disorders and get help.

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