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What does bulimia do to your skin?
Skin Problems
- Dry, flaky skin. Because bulimia can lead to dehydration and malnutrition, your skin may appear dry and flaky.
- Brittle nails. Bulimia can also lead to brittle nails.
- Premature aging. Bulimia can cause premature aging of the skin.
- Acne. Bulimia can also cause acne.
- Purged face. Frequent, forceful vomiting damages tiny capillaries in the face, causing them to burst. This can lead to a persistently red and puffy face.