Anorexia/Eating Disorders/Is this a disorder

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Expert: Joanne - 1/16/2008


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Let me just make this short.Everytime I eat a meal im still hungry.I dont like it.I eat alot just so my stomach dosen't growl or hurt.My mind is not hungry but my stomach is.HELP

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Brianna

I think that you should visit your Dr to make sure that there isn't a reason for you feeling like this.

You reckon that you aren't doing this because of feelings, or thoughts, etc?  You make it sound as though it may be physical, and in this case, I would recommend getting your thyroid and bloods checked just to make sure that there isn't anything going on.  Sometimes your body will make you eat as it is craving something due to a deficiency of something, so get it checked!

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I am a medical student and have suffered from anorexia and bulimia myself, I am willing to answer questions based on my own experiences. My advice, however, should not be used as a substitute for that of a qualified medical professional.

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I suffered from anorexia from the age of about 10. By the age of 13 I was suffering from bulimia. Now after 10 years of suffering from an eating disorder, I feel that I can say that I'm well on my way with recovery and would just like to be able to share what I have learned with those in similar situations!

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