Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Bulimia: medical complications. |
| Authors: |
Mehler PS (AUTHOR), Crews C (AUTHOR), Weiner K (AUTHOR) |
| Source: |
Journal of Women's Health (15409996). Jul2004, Vol. 13 Issue 6, p668-675. 8p. |
| Subjects: |
Bulimia, Young women, Gastrointestinal system, Inpatient care, Outpatient medical care, Medical care |
| Abstract: |
Bulimia nervosa is a common eating disorder that predominantly affects young women. There are three main models of purging in bulimia. Resulting medical complications are related to the particular mode and frequency of purging. Commonly, there are oral and gastrointestinal complications along with serious electrolyte and endocrine complications. The majority of the medical complications of bulimia nervosa are treatable if diagnosed in a timely fashion. Some of these patients require inpatient hospitalization, and others can be managed along a continuum of outpatient care. The American Psychiatric Association has comprehensive treatment guidelines for the management of bulimia. Primary care physicians and gynecologists need to be familiar with this disorder and its medical implications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
