Were you looking for information about Bulimia? Bilemia is a common misspelling of bulimia.
Bulimia is an
eating disorder characterized by cycles of binging and purging. People with the condition often eat a great deal of food in a short amount of time and then purge it from the body. Possible symptoms of this
eating disorder include self-induced vomiting; misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or enemas; fasting. and excessive exercise.
Bulimia is more than just a problem with food -- it often has roots in psychological problems. Treating the disorder involves addressing these underlying psychological issues as well as teaching a person how to eat normally again.
(Click Bulimia to read more about this eating disorder, including possible causes, long-term consequences on a person's health, and how to help someone with the condition. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
