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If u are bulimic and have an abnormal heartbeat should u exercise?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Be seen: Bulimia can cause a great deal of electrolyte abnormalities, some of which can cause cardiac problems. Be seen for an exam and diagnosis.

Answered 11/27/2017

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Abnormal heartbeat: If you are bulimic and have an abnormal heartbeat, you should see your physician asap. You could have lost or unbalanced electrolytes, which can result in abnormal heartbeats. This needs help before any exercise -- some bulimics use exercise as another form of purging.

Answered 10/24/2017

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bulimic: Advise visit to your primary care doc. To check your electrolytes, especially potassium, before anything else.

Answered 12/2/2012

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