Bulimia nervosa is a serious eating disorder that can be fatal if left untreated. People who have bulimia nervosa routinely "binge," consuming large amounts of food in a very short period of time, and immediately "purge," ridding their bodies of...
Researchers have found that women with a history of bulimia show key differences in their brain's regulation of a hormone that controls mood and appetite, possibly suggesting an inherent susceptibility to the eating disorder. "These alterations may...
Medical complications can frequently be a result of eating disorders. Individuals with eating disorders who use drugs to stimulate vomiting, bowel movements, or urination may be in considerable danger, because this practice increases the risk of...