Bulimia has many serious health risks. Self-induced vomiting can and does:

• damage the esophagus through irritation and inflammation due to repeated exposure to stomach acid
• cause fatal rupture of the esophagus
• cause chronic gastritis
• result in dehydration due to loss of water and electrolytes
• produce potassium loss which can result in cardiac arrhythmias and even cardiac arrest, resulting in death
• erode dental enamel and accelerated tooth decay
• cause gum disease
• lead to chronic bad breath