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I was reading some previous posts and one of the experts said 'bulimia causes erosion of the esophagus. No vitamins will replace the tissue loss or repair the action. You're more highly prone to cancer here and unfortunately, there's no cure' If permanant damage to the esophagus is possible, is it also possible to have done permanant damage to my salivary and parotid glands which are swollen? or will the go down eventually, i havent been sick for a lengthy time now and i havent seen much change. I couldn't live like this forever, i've been to my doctor and had blood tests done and everything seems fine.
You know, I've never heard anything about erosion of the esophagus causing cancer.
However, I'm also not a doctor and therefore probably not qualified to answer this question... Especially since you have been to your doctor about this. The only advice I could give you is to get a second opinion.
Sorry.
Best,
Melissa
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Melissa
Expertise
I battled anorexia and bulimia for 6 years. I am not a doctor, but I learned a lot about the mental, emotional, and physical aspects of having an eating disorder and how scary it is to feel like you are alone in your illness. You are not alone. I can answer questions based on my experience with anything relating to anorexia and/or bulimia. I can provide information on treatment options, some specific treatment centers, resources that may help you find a treatment center, and my opinion on all of the above. I was a patient at a few outpatient and inpatient programs so I am happy to answer questions about those experiences. I am not affiliated with any of the resources I may provide. It’s strictly my opinion based on my experiences. I can NOT answer medical questions. I will NOT answer questions on how to become anorexic or bulimic or how to lose weight in an unhealthy matter.
Experience
I have recovered from a six year struggle with both anorexia and bulimia. I hope my experiences and the time I spent in and out of treatment will encourage others to never give up. I never thought I would or could recover because I couldn’t picture myself ever having a normal relationship with food. Since then, I have grown and learned that I can overcome what I once thought was impossible. Hold on to the idea that recovery is attainable!
Education/Credentials
I am attending college for an unrelated degree.
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