In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains key things you need to know about BULIMIA NERVOSA - an eating disorder that can affect both men and women.

What is Bulimia?

Bulimia is an eating disorder. People who have bulimia go through periods of binging on food and then purging. Purging could mean vomiting to get rid of the food they have just eaten, or taking laxatives.

What are the symptoms of Bulimia?

1. Eating very large amounts of food in a short time, often in an out-of-control way – this is called binge eating
2. Making yourself vomit, using laxatives or diuretics, fasting, or doing an extreme amount of exercise after a binge to avoid putting on weight – this is called purging
3. Fear of putting on weight
4. Being very critical about your weight and body shape
5. Mood changes – for example, feeling very tense or anxious

There are also physical signs such as tooth damage and Russell's sign.

For more information on treating bulimia and where to get help please see the resources and links below. Getting help and support as soon as possible gives you the best chance of recovering from bulimia. If you think you may have bulimia, see a doctor as soon as you can.

This is an educational resource only and should NEVER replace medical advice from your own health provider.
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Content and timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction
00:31 - What is Bulimia?
01:50 - Signs and symptoms of Bulimia
03:06 - Complications of Bulimia
03:35 - Diagnosis of Bulimia
04:50 - Treatment of Bulimia

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Books I recommend:

U.K Viewers:

The Bulimia Help Method (UK): https://amzn.to/3PVQ6zi

Getting Better Bite by Bite: A Survival Kit for Sufferers of Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorders (UK): https://amzn.to/3U9GvYe

USA Viewers:

The Bulimia Help Method (USA): https://amzn.to/3vO8UcW

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References and resources

NHS UK: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/cond...

Mayo Clinic USA: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-c...

UK Helpline: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.u...

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Video published: 10th April 2024. Next review: 2027.
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