Bulimia Articles A-Z
Possible bulimia causes include biochemistry, genetics, and body image. This portion of the eMedTV library explains that there is no single known cause of bulimia. More research is needed before bulimia causes can be determined with any certainty.
Genetics, appetite control biology, and hormones are all topics of study in bulimia clinical research. This eMedTV Web page describes how this current research is being done in an attempt to better understand and treat bulimia.
Bulimia statistics show that the condition is developing among females at younger ages than before. This eMedTV segment also provides information about how women are developing bulimia at older ages as well.
Bulimia symptoms range from cycles of binging and purging to heart and dental problems. This eMedTV Web page discusses bulimia symptoms in detail, including information on their associated health consequences.
Dental problems due to bulimia can include cavities, gum disease, and teeth that look "clear." This portion of the eMedTV library discusses specific bulimia teeth problems that might be experienced by a person who has bulimia.