What's the permanant damage from excessive laxative use?

Hi, I recently discoverd on the internet that the majority of bullimic individuals consume laxatives which can vary in the amount consumed. I am also aware that they can cause damage to the Bowels if taken on a regualr basis, but what would be the...

long-term damage? example would they end up with a bag ie (caffater) sorry I dont know the correct spelling?

From what I understand, chronic use of laxatives can cause the body to become dependant on them, so that you can no longer have normal movements.

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Do you have backup for your answer? example, is your answer sound proof or something you heard from someone else?

Thanks for your post though.

http://www.swedauk.org/disorders/medical.htm

Read this site - scroll down to just over half way to the 'excessive laxative abuse' section and it explains how expelling water from your body completely distorts your electrolyte balances. If you are not medically minded, it is hard to imagine the range of damage this has on many systems in your body. You should also be worried about your heart and your bones...

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