How Do You Spot Signs Of Relapse In Bulimia Patients?
Bulimia nervosa, bulimia for short, presents itself as an eating disorder involving eating large quantities of food and then ridding the body of the food. However, this disorder is actually a signal of deeper psychological issues. Overcoming bulimia is a process of regaining control over one’s life and can take years. Family members and friends can play a vital role in the bulimia patient’s battle by looking for signs of relapse in the patient. It is important to intentionally look for and spot signs of relapse in patients trying to hide their bulimic activities. Look for physical signs such as brittle nails, dull eyes, brittle and dull hair, callused knuckles, bloodshot eyes and unexplainable weight shifts of 5 to 10 pounds. Listen for complaints involving insomnia, complaints of feeling tired and run down and reoccurring headaches. Consider how easily patients bruise and how slowly the bruises heal. If medium and small bruises take a month or more to heal properly, this could be a si
