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What is the definition or description of: purging?
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Bulimia and purging: Purging is an action taken usually when someone binge eats and then purges or voluntarily vomits to get rid of the food in order not to gain weight..The use of laxatives is another mode of purging. This is the behavior of someone diagnosed with the eating disorder, Bulimia Nervosa, or purging disorder
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