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Ans:C.)Self Induced Vomitting. ANOREXIA NERVOSA This disorder is characterized by self imposed dietary restrictions leading to malnutrition and severe weight loss. Clinical features Females are far more commonly affected than males. Onset usually occurs between the age of 10-30 years, usually in mid adolescence. A deliberate and persistent restriction of food is usually the earliest presenting symptom. There is intense fear of becoming of obese, even if body becomes very thin and underweight. There is a body-image disturbance. Patients with anorexia nervosa exhibit peculiar behavior about food. They hide food all over the house, frequently carry large quantities of candies in their pockets and purses. They try to dispose of food in their napkins or hide in their pockets, while eating meals. There is significant weight loss and patient is underweight. Amenorrhea is seen in almost all women and loss of libido may occur in male patients. Obsessive compulsive neurosis, depression and anxiety like psychiatric illness may coexist. Complications of malnutrition may occur, e.g., hypoglycemia, hypothermia, low BP, bradycardia, leucopenia, endocrine changes (raised GH and Coisol, reduced gonadotrophin), and appearance of lanugo hair. Bulimia It is characterized by a cycle of dieting, binge-eating and compensatory purging behavior to prevent weight gain. Purging behavior includes vomiting, diuretic or laxative abuse.