Signs and Symptoms of Bulimia Nervosa:
- eating a large amount of food in a short period of time
- feeling unable to stop eating
- purging through vomiting, laxatives, diuretics, enemas, fasting, or excessive exercise
- swollen glands
- broken blood vessels in eyes or face from vomiting
- teeth marks, scabs, or scars from using fingers to induce vomiting
- going to the bathroom shortly after eating
- mood swings
- gastric complaints
- sore throat
- preoccupation with food and weight
- other addictive behaviors (drinking alcohol, smoking, shopping, drugs, etc.)
Source: Eating Disorders: The Journey to Recovery Workbook (Laura J. Goodman & Mona Villapiano)