Diabulimia

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- Affects some people with type 1 diabetes
- Insulin intake is altered to manipulate weightMayoClinic.com: Diabulimia: How Are Diabetes and Eating Disorders Related?
- Usually involves decreased insulin intakeSalon Life: Diabulimia, Eating disorder, Diabetes (November 8, 2007)
- Motivation is usually weight loss
- Affects 30-40% of female diabetic teens and young adultsMayoClinic.com: Diabulimia: How Are Diabetes and Eating Disorders Related?
- More common in femalesSalon Life: Diabulimia, Eating disorder, Diabetes (November 8, 2007)

Diabulimia is when a person with type 1 diabetes alters their insulin intake in order to manipulate their weight. It is a dangerous practice, and can result in serious complications.MedicineNet.com: Diabulimia - Eating Disorder
Symptoms
- Weight loss
- Thirst
- Decreased energy
- Nausea
- Breath smells like fruit
- Frequent urination
Complications
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Kidney failure
- Diabetic neuropathy
Associated Conditions
- Anorexia
- Bulimia
Disclaimer

The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have diabulimia, please consult your doctor.

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