A member asked:

Have bulimia, recently i have been getting headaches and a sore throat should i be worried?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes.: Bulimia is a serious disease and has to be treated as soon as possible. The act of retching after a meal causes irritation of the throat and headaches as well as pain in swallowing, so the answer is yes, you should be worried. You need to make an appointment with a psychiatrist who can help you with this problem through medications and psychotherapy.

Answered 5/25/2015

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Reason to worry: Yes, you should be worried. Bulimia can cause a range of medical complications. I'm assuming you are engaged in self-induced vomiting. Stomach acid and repeated vomiting can damage your esophagus (sore throat and far worse), cause dangerous electrolyte imbalances, and lead to a variety of other potentially serious medical problems. See a mental health professional and get treatment now.

Answered 4/19/2014

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