for homework-what is bulimea and how does it work?

Question

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Answer 1

I'll give you a basic definition, but it's pretty well known.

Bulimia (note spelling) is a mental disorder very similar to anorexia in that the victim--usually, but not always, a girl-- feels that s/he is too fat and needs to lose weight.

Bulimia differs from anorexia though, because while anorexics just diet excessively, bulimics will "binge and purge." This means that they will eat, often large quantities of food, and then throw it up before they have a chance to digest it.

This is very damaging to the body for several reasons--first, the person is being deprived of vital nutrients. They can become incredibly unhealthy or even die because of this. Additionally, because they constantly induce vomiting, their esophagus becomes lacerated by all the acidic contents of the stomach wearing away at it.

That's the basics, and I've included a couple of web articles to take you further than that.

Answer 2

Bulimia

The oral health changes in people with bulimia are very often recognizable. The vomiting that is frequent on the part of bulimia individuals could cause your salivary glands to swell and the tissues of the mouth to become dry, red and sore. They may also have chronic sore throats and small hemorrhages under the skin of the palate.

The frequent vomiting can erode the tooth enamel, especially on the tongue side of the upper front teeth. This increases the risk for decay and make those teeth temperature sensitive. Severe erosion can lead to changes in the way your upper and lower teeth come together. The back teeth may be reduced in size and possibly lost completely.

As many people with bulimia could be malnourished, they could suffer from anemia, poor healing and the increase risk of periodontal disease.

While being treated for bulimia, it could take some time to control the episodes of induced vomiting. To minimize the damage to your teeth during this period it is important that you brush your teeth and rinse your mouth thoroughly with water after vomiting to remove acid from your mouth. To help the dry mouth condition, drink water to keep your mouth moist. Also, there are saliva replacements your dentist can prescribe as well as fluoride treatments with prescription-strength rinses or gels.

Dental treatment is an important factor in the treatment for bulimia. The dentist can detect decay or infections and as part of your health care team help with the treatment of the eating disorder. If you have severe tooth damage and are still undergoing treatment for bulimia, your dentist may be able to give you an appliance that covers your teeth, thus protecting them from stomach acids.

Once the bulimia is under control, you may need restoration work on your teeth or even more extensive care. Your general dentist will determine the extent of the care that must be performed and develop a treatment plan for you.

Answer 3

bulimea is an eating disorder characterized by eating food and then throwing it up later

Answer 4

Do your own homework, lazy butt!

Answer 5

its when people eat a lot and then throw it up because they feel fat. google it.

Answer 6

http://www.newrealitiescan.com/about_eating_disorders.html


Goggle the word and you'll get many sites.