what are the early signs /symptoms of anorexia.. n how can u tell ?? not talkin for me but for someome else?
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A few early signs:\n\n1. when he/she avoids eating around others\n2. when he/she loses drastic weight rapidly\n3. in prolonged stages, many experience hair loss from lack of nutrition\n4. When he/she is always comparing body type to peers\n5. When he/she is always talking about weight...either others' weight or diets etc.\n6. when he/she exercises excessively\n\n*If you know of someone that is going through this...tell an adult! They need to get help right away!
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i was on topamax and it sucked. i'm not sure if i lost weight because i didn't have a scale, but if i smelled food i would just want to vomit. i had not appetite because the smell and the idea of food just made me sick, but i still SO hungry. it was really sad and my stomach was just constantly upset. so... i mean if you don't eat... yeah, i'm sure you could lose 20 lbs in a month, but it would be the same as starving yourself.
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ANYONE can be affected by anorexia. According to this website it is more often seen in white, upper class people. http://www.mamashealth.com/anorexia.asp
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Anorexia is characterized by a loss of appetite or lack of desire to eat.\nWhen patients experience appetite loss, decreased energy consumption will subsequently lead to weight loss. When inadequate calories are consumed, the body may become weaker and less able to tolerate\nSecondary anorexia may be a result of:\n• nausea with or without fear of vomiting after food consumption\n• fatigue\n• constipation\n• sores in the mouth or mouth pain\n• candidiasis\n• unappetizing food or change in food preference \n• depression\n• odors in the environment, or heightened sensitivity to odors \n• early satiation\n• metabolic causes such as hypercalcemia and uremia\n• radiation therapy \n• drugs such as antibiotics or drugs that can cause nausea
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That isn't very nice. I used to be anorexic! REPORTED....anorexia is a disease
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Exhaustion\nNo cycle\nTender breasts\nExtreme hunger\nNasuea\n\nThe symptoms vary in each person so it's hard to pin point any one symptom for each person.
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I used to be anorexic and I had a baby last December. It was probably easier for me because I had already recovered... but still I was a little anxious about gaining weight. \n\nI ate healthily while I was pregnant, gained an appropriate amount of weight (20 - 35 pounds is recommended for an average sized woman), and most of the weight came off pretty quickly. If you don't gorge yourself (by eating a whole cheesecake because you're "eating for two") and make good food choices, eating enough for both you & the baby will cause you to gain weight, but it will be just baby weight. \n\nYou'll want a good support team family & friends as well as a therapist, a dietician or nutritionist, and an OB or midwife that you can trust & who makes you feel comfortable.\n\nGood luck & you can email me if you want to talk.
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I don't understand the weight measurements you have stated in your question.  What does that equal in pounds?\n\nYour other symptoms are classic for anorexia (an eating disorder).  There could be many causes to these symptoms if you feel that you do not have an eating disorder.\n\nI encourage you to seek medical attention with your family doctor as soon as possible.\n\nI wish you well!
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anorexia develops over a period of time, not just overnght.\n\nwhile anorexics get hungry in the beginning, eventually the hunger goes away as your body adjusts and goes into starvation mode. also, they typically deal with the hunger by ignoring it.\n\nit really depends from case to case, it's not a specific thing.\n\nanorexia does occur in adults, just google it.
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it may not be anorexia yet but it can lead to it with the behaviors she is exibiting. talk to her alone about it and see what her reaction is. let her know that you think she is fine the way she is. if that goes nowhere and you are still worried you may want to get her parents involved.
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Hi there - I think you should really speak to a counsellor about this as it seems that your eating is a symptom of a bigger problem.\n\nBinge eating is a symptom of other probs and these should be sorted out first.\n\nPlease tell some-one responsible like a parent, counsellor at school or a teacher that you trust!
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Hey, \nI struggled with anorexia for 6 years, and im still not 100 percent happy with the way i look, but im learning 2 b happy with myself, but wanting 2 lose weight thru anorexia is NOT a good idea, u do soooo much damage 2 ur insides, not only that but it hurts ur loved ones, can u imagine what starving urself for days, even weeks, years can do, i was at a low weight, 88 lbs, and i could of suffered a heart attack, this probably doesnt mean nething 2 u, but what i am trying 2 get out is, \nur beautiful no matter what u look like, inside AND out, and it shouldnt matter what neone else thinks, they r probably really insecure with themselves, sorrie 4 rambling, main point: Anorexia is not a diet 2 control ur weight, its a disease that affects u, and its very hard 2 give up/get help 4, so please, its not the way 2 go hunnie.\nI hope this helps a little.
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There are various symptoms and not all sufferers will have every one of them. Moodswings, laughing (talking) to themselves; hearing voices from the TV or just hearing voices; not eating or overeating because the food is contaminated; believing people are out to get you; taking midnight walks with no coat on; over-exercising or becoming obsessed with appearance; etc. These were some of the symptoms that my nephew had. HOWEVER, you should really get more info and a proper diagnosis from a doctor. My nephew is on medication and attends a psychiatric hospital Monday to Friday. Stay supportive and stay strong.
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As a girl who once suffered (and still is, mentally) through bulimia and anorexia, I know that telling you all of the risks of an eating disorder and scaring you won't work. The fact that you're scared tells me that you're ready to stop suffering needlessly. Because you ARE suffering needlessly; NOBODY deserves this.\n\nPlease, go and see a doctor, tell your parents, tell a friend, tell SOMEONE you trust about your anorexia! They will not blame you, they will not ridicule you, they will not shrink away from you. If you need support or encouragement or ANYTHING, please don't hesitate to use this e-mail: ohthechemistry87@yahoo.com. Tell someone and be safe. You're stronger than anorexia; you can beat it. Believe it.
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YES!!!! i was anorexic and bulimic and I'm fine now. I did have to get help though, so don't think you can do it on your own!
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I have no clue what you *should* weigh. I personally think that many standards doctors set are chunky. But,. that is MY opinion. I say, eat a good diet...veggies and meats and everything. Be happy with you. I'm not sure I'd say lose weight, but hey...you be happy with you. But be healthy too. I DO struggle with anorexia, and there is a point where this could very well overpower you. Drink Ensure. That adds calories. If it tastes bad, make a milkshake with it and some icecream. Carnation instant breakfast. Protein powders mixed into your mashed potatoes adns uch....lots of ways to add a few calories. Just be careful and be healthy.
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1991, does that mean ur 15??.. \nwell I have been bulimic & anorexic (on & off) since I was 13, then I got treatment.. I'll tell u this: when u start it, you'll HATE IT.. You'll constantly hate your body even more  7more, get obsessed & go nuts over a pound gained or a pound lost, u miht lose friends over this.. u might lose school grades & chance to go to college.. u might lose your HAIR.. your teeth get eroded & yellow.. your skin will be wrinckled by the age of 20.. U might not be able to have kids when u grow up & u might even die.. Im 22 years old now & I am a medical student so I know what Im saying!