Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder broadly characterised by recurrent episodes of binge eating (eating an objectively large quantity of food with an associated loss of control), followed by engagement in compensatory behaviours (eg, self-induced vomiting, misuse of laxatives, diuretics or other medication, fasting, excessive exercise). These maladaptive compensatory behaviours are used to prevent or offset anticipated weight gain, with overvaluation of weight and shape.1
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/doctor/mental-health/bulimia-nervosa-pro