The most serious complications of bulimia and anorexia nervosa include
A) loss of weight.
B) denial and anger.
C) electrolyte imbalance and cardiac irregularities.
D) a morbid fear of being fat.

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The binge-purge eating pattern of bulimia is fueled by a morbid fear of becoming fat. Vomiting can result in poor dentition, pharyngitis, esophagitis, aspiration, and electrolyte abnormalities. The prognosis varies with the nature and severity of malnutrition of both diseases.

The Most Serious Complications of Bulimia and Anorexia Nervosa Include