Bulimia: Diagnosis & Tests (Binging-Purging, Bulimia Nervosa, Hyperorexia)

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Alternate Names : Binging-Purging, Bulimia Nervosa, Hyperorexia

Diagnosis of bulimia begins with a history and physical exam. The healthcare provider may order tests to check the person's health status, including:

blood tests, such as a CBC

an ECG, to check for heart problems

urinalysis, to check for dehydration and infection

chest X-ray to check for rib fractures, heart problems, or lung infection

abdominal X-ray to look for digestive tract problems

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Author: Ann Reyes, Ph.D.
Reviewer: Brenda Broussard, RD, CDE
Date Reviewed: 06/01/01

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