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I am an eighteen year old living in Texas.
I had an eating disorder from the time I was twelve until I was sixteen. However, I'm not entirely sure I am recovered. I do not purge or restrict anymore, but I am still at a barely healthy weight. I am five foot six and weigh about one hundred fourteen pounds.
My fiancee is studying to be a doctor, and he has recently confronted me with what he calls my relapsing symptoms. I am still obsessed with my weight, and he says I have been picking at my food, acting nervous when eating, and only eating sugary things. ( I am hypoglycemic.)
I am worried. I don't want to relapse, and I'm not even aware that I am doing these things. I have lost about five pounds recently, and secretly, I am glad.
How can I prevent myself from relapsing without bringing attention to myself or straining my relationship?
I don't think there is a way to prevent yourself from relapsing alone. You're only as sick as your secrets, as they say. You need to let your fiance know what's going on and use him as your support system. He can help keep you accountable and give you a reality check when needed.
Best,
Melissa
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Answers by Expert:
Melissa
Expertise
I battled anorexia and bulimia for 6 years. I am not a doctor, but I learned a lot about the mental, emotional, and physical aspects of having an eating disorder and how scary it is to feel like you are alone in your illness. You are not alone. I can answer questions based on my experience with anything relating to anorexia and/or bulimia. I can provide information on treatment options, some specific treatment centers, resources that may help you find a treatment center, and my opinion on all of the above. I was a patient at a few outpatient and inpatient programs so I am happy to answer questions about those experiences. I am not affiliated with any of the resources I may provide. It’s strictly my opinion based on my experiences. I can NOT answer medical questions. I will NOT answer questions on how to become anorexic or bulimic or how to lose weight in an unhealthy matter.
Experience
I have recovered from a six year struggle with both anorexia and bulimia. I hope my experiences and the time I spent in and out of treatment will encourage others to never give up. I never thought I would or could recover because I couldn’t picture myself ever having a normal relationship with food. Since then, I have grown and learned that I can overcome what I once thought was impossible. Hold on to the idea that recovery is attainable!
Education/Credentials
I am attending college for an unrelated degree.
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