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I had bulimia from 14 to 30 and my throat has gotten really bad in last couple of yrs with swallowing can a doctor do anything to help what kind dr.

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Dr. Robert Grindstaff answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes: a GI can perform endoscopy to see if there is a stricture or other damage to the esophagus and then they can treat as indicated

Answered 11/7/2014

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bulimia: You may have developed gastroesophageal reflux. See a gastroenterologist for help

Answered 11/7/2014

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A member asked:

I had bulimia from 14 to 30 and my throat has gotten really bad in last couple of yrs with swallowing can a doctor do anything to help what kind dr.

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