General Eating Disorder Questions

I’m Worried Ihave Some Problem With Food I Don’t Think I’m Anorexic Or Bulimic But I’m Wondering If I Could Be Suffering With Orthorexic. I Was Iill And I Thought Everthing I Eat Would Make Me Bad

You Should See A Doctor Or janurse427 – 12/13/2009 – 15:01 You should see a doctor or therapist and be assessed before assuming a diagnosis. Othorexia is actually very similar to anorexia, with the same risks and dangers, but a slightly different mindset and fears. I’m not sure I understand what you mean about everything …

I’m Worried About A Friend. She Is In Her 20s And Is Suffering From A Lot Of Stress At Work. She’s 8 Stone Down From 10. She Isn’t Trying To Lose Weight, But Feels Upset When Presented With Food. Is This An Eating Disorder? What Can We Do?

Hi: It’s Not Possible To Say Amy Colwell – 02/20/2012 – 10:24 Hi: It’s not possible to say whether or not your friend has an eating disorder based on weight alone. Your friend’s weight loss from 10 stone (140 lbs) to 8 stone (112 lbs) is considerable, although you don’t mention how long it took …

I’m Underweight (5′ 7″, 110lbs). Every Day I Eat Cheese For My Protein And Milk Servings (6 Oz Protein,1-2 Milk Servings). Is This Healthy For Someone At A Healthy Weight? I Don’t Want To Get Used To This If It Isn’t Healthy.

I’ve Been Doing This For The cutiechicky – 01/25/2011 – 19:47 I’ve been doing this for the last several months and have been losing weight verrrrrrry slowly because I still don’t eat enough, but I don’t want to get used to eating cheese for all my protein and cheese if it is not healthy for …

I’ve Lost 20lbs In 6 Weeks And I Can’t Seem To Make Myself Eat More Than 500 Calories/Day. If I Do, I Make Myself Sick. Now I’m Finding Myself Trying To Avoid Social Situations With Food. How Do I Get Help When I’m Not Classified As Underweight?

Annabree…Based On The janurse427 – 07/20/2010 – 17:16 annabree…based on the behaviors and facts you shared, you could be in grave danger very quickly if you don’t get help. Even if you are not technically ‘underweight’ at this point, you are starving your body. Your brain and cells need nutrients each day. You cannot survive …

Im Not Sure What I Have Im Naturally Thin, And Sometimes Not Hungry. Times I Am Hungry, I Cant Seem To Allow Myself To Put Food Down My Throat I Throw-Up A Lot But Not On Purpose. I Want To Gain Healthy Weight, But Clearly I Need Help! What Do I Have?

Celeste….I Cannot Say What janurse427 – 10/16/2010 – 07:00 Celeste….I cannot say what your problems may be specifically, but you should definitely see a doctor and have some tests done to determine if there is a medical problem going on that is causing you to be unable to keep your food down. I would also …

I’m Doing A College Research Paper On Eating Disorders And I Want To Know Is There Anyone WIlling To Give Me An Interview, I’m Looking For Doctors, Specialists, Current Eating Disorder Patients And Patients Who Have Overcome A Disorder?

The Interview Can Be BreannaSC – 03/17/2011 – 05:57 The Interview Can Be Anonymous If Willing Please Leave Me Your Information, The Paper Is Due April 17th I’m Katherine, A Current allsmiles – 03/17/2011 – 12:26 I’m Katherine, a current eating disorder patient. I’d like to do an interview. I’m available at [email protected] Ok Thanks …

I’m Currently Weighting 96 Pounds, Is That A Healthy Weight If I Measure 5’4″??

Hi: It’s Really Not Possible Amy Colwell – 01/26/2012 – 15:03 Hi: It’s really not possible to take a number or measurement and say whether this equals a healthy or unhealthy weight for someone. Of course, there are lots of factors and variables which can make a difference. Individual variation plays a role, as well …

Im Currently Styding Different Eating Dissorders In College, Please Could You Give Me Some Information On The Worst Possible Cases Of Eating Dissorders, Thanx

Hi: It’s Difficult To Discuss Amy Colwell – 10/20/2011 – 08:18 Hi: It’s difficult to discuss individual “worst cases” of eating disorders for confidentiality reasons. However, there is no shortage of information regarding the devastating impact of these serious and sometimes fatal illnesses. Anorexia causes an intense fear of weight gain (even if the person …

I’m 33 And Suffer From Bulimia And Anorexia. How Do I Change My Diet And Way Of Thinking About Food?

Carly…Hello! I’m Sorry You janurse427 – 12/06/2009 – 14:24 carly…Hello! I’m sorry you are suffering. It’s very important to seek professional help for treatment of an eating disorder. Eating disorders are very complex medical/psychological disorders, and in order to fully recover, you really need the help of a trained professional. Please get help! If you …

Im 19, 5’0 Use To Be 110 Pounds..Now Im 95. I Really Dont Like Myself, I Feel Ugly Some Days. I Never Feel An Urge To Eat And If I Do Its Small Amounts,Food Hurts My Body, Or Maybe Its A Mind Thing, I Just Dont Know What I Have, Any Suggestions?

C…Thank You For Writing. janurse427 – 10/23/2010 – 05:32 c…thank you for writing. This weight loss could be dangerous and lead to a dangerous eating disorder, if not already. Please see a doctor and seek the advice of an eating disorder professional to determine what type of help you may need. This is not something …

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