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I Lost My Period At 16 In November Of 2006. A Couple Weeks Ago It Finally Returned! :) Will The Bone Density I Lost Return Too, Or Am I Going To Get/Have Osteopenia/ Osteoperosis?

Hi: I’m Glad To Hear That Amy Colwell – 02/10/2012 – 07:38 Hi: I’m glad to hear that your body is healing and that you are beginning to experience a return of normal body functions. Eating disorders take an enormous emotional and physical toll on a person. As you have noted, it can take a …

I Have Had Anorexia For About 19 Years.I Am 5’15 And Have Being Very Low Weight. I Was Very Skinny Naturally And Am Indian So Very Low Bone Mass. Concerned About Consequences For Having For So Many Years

I Have Had Been Having Chest doll28 – 10/27/2009 – 14:48 i have had been having chest pain bloatiness and naausea more often. I have becoming more depressed and have low energy as well. Concerned!! Have You Ever Sought Help? I janurse427 – 10/27/2009 – 15:32 Have you ever sought help? I think you should …

I Have Been To The Doctors But They Keep Losing Or Forgetting About My Referral, My Last One Was In Feb Why Is It Is So Hard To See Someone About This Do You Have To Be Dying First?

This Doesn’t Make Sense. You janurse427 – 03/27/2011 – 07:26 This doesn’t make sense. You should call your insurance company to find out what you need to do to get help. There is no excuse for your doctor not to take care of this, but please don’t give up! You could also see someone without …

I Have Been Struggling With Anorexia Off And On For Four Years, I Am In Recovery Now But I Am 90 Lbs And 17 Years Old And 5’5 Is That Bad? And What Are The Long Term Effects On My Body Due To Battling This Diease For Four Years?

Hi….Your Current Weight Is janurse427 – 05/01/2011 – 08:34 Hi….your current weight is a true danger sign. You say you are in recovery, but this presentation is one that would fit criteria for hospitalization. Are you seeing a professional? And if so, why haven’t they insisted that you get the proper level of care? Please …

I Have Been Recovered For 1 Year Now (BMI Of 20.9 For 12 Months) And Have Many Symptoms That Indicate Hypothyroidism. Is This A Common Problem Among Recovered Anorexics And If So, What Is The Usual Treatment Plan?

Congratulations On Your janurse427 – 07/30/2009 – 14:04 Congratulations on your recovery! Hypothyroidism (low thyroid function) isn’t uncommon among those who do, or who have suffered from an eating disorder. I do not know what the percentage is of this occuring in the eating disorder population, but it is a fairly easy condition to treat. …

I Have Been Anorexic For About 7 Years And I Am Now Experiencing Slower Heart Beats And Extreme Headaches Just About Everyday. What Should I Do To Adress These Issues?

It Sounds As Though Your Body janurse427 – 07/18/2009 – 13:55 It sounds as though your body is being affected in a very serious way. Dehydration from restricting your intake can cause both of the symptoms that you mentioned. You should see you physician, and look into some specific treatment for your eating disorder as …

I Have A Close Friend Who I Think May Be Facing Anorexia, But She Will Not Eat Much For A Few Days, And Then Binge For A Day, Maybe Two, Without Purging, Then Restrict Her Eating Again. Is This Normal?

Hi: I Can Understand Why You Amy Colwell – 09/30/2011 – 06:30 Hi: I can understand why you are concerned for your friend. Although it’s hard to say exactly what is going on for your friend right now, her eating patterns do not appear to be normal. Our bodies do not cope well with starving …

I Had Anorexia With Purging About One Year Ago But Am Falling Into Old Habits. I Have Never Had Professional Treatment And My Parents Have Threatened Me They Will Force Feed Me If I Loose Weight Again. They Aren’t Too Understanding. What Should I Do?

Get Help; You’re Eating Healed – 06/14/2010 – 07:38 Get help; you’re eating disorder will never fully go away until you recognize and deal with the root issues…healing is possible! Talk to your parents about your concerns or a trusted adult that could speak to your parents on your behalf. If you are still in …

I Am Trying To Eat More, But My Stomach Gets So Bloated And I Feel So Full. How Do I Get More Calories If I Am Too Full To Eat? Is This Common?

You Can Eat More Dense Foods, janurse427 – 01/14/2011 – 03:16 You can eat more dense foods, which are less bulky, but more dense in terms of nutrients and calories. Stay away from bulky fruits and vegetables, and focus on some liquid calories, nuts, peanut butter, etc. You can also add calories by using butter …

How Long Will My Metabolism Be Damaged After One Starvation Episode? I’ve Been In Recovery For Anorexia And Reached A Clinically Healthy Weight. However I Started Restricting Again And Just Had A Starving Episode, Will 1 Bad Day Ruin My Metabolism?

Leaf…Good Question! The janurse427 – 04/25/2011 – 04:23 leaf…good question! The metabolism is a very sensitive ‘creature’, and more so for some than for others. But on a typical day, for a typical person, that area of our bodily system continually changes to accomodate our engery level and the overall function of our bodies. One …

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