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Complications of Bulimia

In extreme circumstances even if you are of normal weight, you can severely damage your body by frequent binging and purging.

Erosion of the teeth is common, due to regular exposure of the teeth to stomach acid when vomiting. Being sick often can also lead to a swollen, irritated or torn oesophagus.

Electrolyte imbalance, dangerously low levels of the essential minerals and dehydration can cause heart problems and, occasionally, sudden death due to a heart attack.

They may also cause severe problems to other vital internal organs of the body. In rare instances, binging can cause the stomach to rupture.

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