Understand binge episodes, compensatory behaviours, and the first steps towards a specialist assessment in Brussels or elsewhere in Belgium.
Bulimia involves recurrent binge-eating episodes with a sense of loss of control, followed by regular compensatory behaviours intended to prevent weight gain, such as self-induced vomiting, fasting, laxative use, or excessive exercise. Weight alone cannot identify the disorder.
Both may involve binge episodes with loss of control. The central distinction is that bulimia includes regular compensatory behaviours after binges, whereas binge-eating disorder does not. Only a clinical assessment can clarify an individual situation.
UnderstandSupport starts by understanding binge episodes, restriction, compensation, medical context, and the professionals already involved. Nutritional care belongs within multidisciplinary treatment and does not replace medical or psychological assessment.
See the care pathwayLoss of consciousness, chest pain, vomiting blood, severe dehydration or weakness, suicidal thoughts, or immediate danger require urgent help. In Belgium, call 112 in an immediate emergency.
Yes. People with bulimia may be at different weights. Weight alone cannot confirm or rule out an eating disorder.
No. Loss of control, compensatory behaviour, distress, or persistent concern is enough to request an initial assessment.
Care is generally multidisciplinary. Dietetic work is coordinated with medical and mental-health professionals according to need.
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This page informs and guides. It cannot diagnose and does not replace medical advice.
This website provides orientation guidance and does not replace diagnosis or urgent medical care.
General clinical definitions and the Belgian referral framework.
Roxane Aglave
During consultations, I work with each patient to build practical eating strategies adapted to their situation, pace and environment, involving relatives and the care team whenever this supports recovery.