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How could i make my self puke without gagging?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Why would you?: The gag is actually part of a neural reflex and involves the road to your lungs being blocked off with your epiglottis(top part of your voice box0, so vomit does not get aspirated. Acid in the lungs, bad.
Answered 11/30/2014
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Purging behavior: If you're making yourself vomit as a way to control weight, this is an eating disorder. It merits help from your primary care doctor and additional professionals experienced in treating bulimia and other eating disorders. In the meantime, your gagging is self-protective as dr. Appelblatt has explained. Be well.
Answered 12/10/2013
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