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Edema and Eating Disorders
Edema is water retention. This is caused by frequent vomiting, malnutrition, or excessive laxative or diuretic abuse. Symptoms of this are: swelling and puffiness, frequently around the ankles, hands and feet and also electrolyte imbalance.
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Edema and Eating Disorders
Edema is water retention. This is caused by frequent vomiting, malnutrition, or excessive laxative or diuretic abuse. Symptoms of this are: swelling and puffiness, frequently around the ankles, hands and feet and also electrolyte imbalance.
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