[shanzy131211]

Ever since I was little from 8 I've been skinny not realising I'm under weight I'm 18 now and found out I'm anorexic I eat but only a little bit I'm afraid of getting fat I've only put a tiny bit of weight on but I keep losing it because I walk to much and exercise 2 much I don't even know how to keep weight I put on ect I like being skinny but people keep complaining about my weight and it annoys me my periods haven't stopped so I'm not 2 skinny any help? Xx

[Travelinglady]

I definitely suggest you see a therapist to see what's happening. Even if your periods haven't stopped, you might be damaging your body.

[buttrfli42481]

I too have been of petite stature my entire life. I am now almost 32 and was just diagnosed last year as anorexic and I have not lost my period. In the new DSM, I believe, they have taken out the loss of period part for diagnosis. It is very hard to keep the weight on, especially if you over exercise. Who diagnosed you and did/are they send/ing you to a dietician? Since we can't mention numbers, it is hard to know what exactly you are doing to your body. Coming from someone who used to eat only a child's portion of dinner, I have found out that is not enough calories to keep me going throughout the day. I get to the point where I literally sleep all day because I have no energy to get out of bed. The damage I have done is: I am frequently constipated, My liver doesn't metabolize things correctly, my heart always seems to be racing, I am dehydrated a lot. I am sure there are other things that I cannot remember. Being anorexic sucks the life out of you literally. Don't be afraid to get help while you can. I knew that I had disordered eating when I was a freshman in high school, but was afraid to talk to anybody. I was the "Perfect" daughter and nothing could be wrong with me. I struggled for 16 yrs before I got help. I'm not saying that getting help is going to make the struggle go away, but it makes it a tad bit easier to deal with when you have a treatment team on your side. Feel free to pm me anytime you want to talk.

[shanzy131211]

I first got diagnosed at the age of 13 but doctor found out I have kidney cysts and didn't do anything bout weight after so a doctor I have now took over from old doctor and wear I was under mental health they set me up with the nurses there I have put a tiny bit of weight on but keep losing it and I still eat a child amount as I struggle to eat more where my stomach has shrunk so much I'm also on the contraceptive pill and I haven't put a thing on I am still struggling to get the help wear I'm 18 now the mental health has to refer me to adult services but nothing has still been done so I have been doing it alone with the support of my friends and boyfriend and thank you for letting me message you if I need to and thanks for the advice

[spow]

Originally Posted by buttrfli42481

In the new DSM, I believe, they have taken out the loss of period part for diagnosis. It is very hard to keep the weight on, especially if you over exercise.

About the DSM, that's what I heard too. And is it really hard to keep the weight on? I keep thinking the weight will come on and stay on like a stubborn wart!

Shanzy131211, I am petite sized too. I've been slender and on the thin side for most of my life. I became a few kilos thinner after the eating disorder started. I've always been on the borderline underweight spectrum, so I don't put much stock into weight guidelines.

It only matters whether you accept that you have a problem and you are willing to take action on the advice given to you. However, that's easier said than done I know. I hope you find the support that you are looking for here.

[shanzy131211]

Thanks I'm trying to find the help I need I'm eating little and often like the mental health said but guess it takes time

[spow]

Lately, I find that eating 3 almost-normal portions of food for breakfast, lunch and dinner helps. I used to split lunch into 2 servings. Now I try to eat a whole sandwich instead of half. I have a cookie, small chocolate bar or fruit as a snack before dinner if I'm hungry.

I also seem to have some of my bingeing under control by eating my treats through the day instead of at night only. For example, I just had some oatmeal with fruit for breakfast then had a chocolate cookie. That satisfied me. At night, I might have some ice cream and another cookie, instead of the 5 cookies I might have had in the past.

You see where I'm going with this? Anyway, different approaches work for different people so you will find what works for you. I still feel guilty over eating cookies or chocolate after breakfast and think "Who the hell eats this stuff in the morning?!" but I guess it's bteer than bingeing on it.

[shanzy131211]

I had 3 pieces of toast for breakfast with a cup off tea and for lunch I just had chips might eat a chocolate bar or crisps but don't feel that hungry to eat atm

[catsrhelm]

See a therapist if you can. Also enjoy "being too skinny" because it doesn't last. I know, I too was labeled too skinny at one point in time, but now I am fat. I mean as in my husband told me, "You eat too much". I weigh in the 190's somewhere.

[shanzy131211]

Awwww not nice I like being skinny hate being told I'm 2 thin by family it winds me up but I will see about getting a therapist

[mrskid]

hugs Shanzy. I just started seeing a therapist and was just diagnosed with anorexia even though I am still in the denial stage. I have not lost my period. I also hate when people comment on my size.

[spow]

My therapist recommended the book Life Without ED by Jenni Schaefer. You might find it helpful. Hugs.

[shanzy131211]

That's not good at all mrskid and I will try reading that book thanks xx

[hamster-bamster]

Birth Control Pills and Weight Gain - they say that although weight gain on the pill is largely a myth (on a large scale), there are different types of pills that affect you differently, so if you tell the prescriber of the Pill that you are underweight, maybe you can try a different type of Pill in the hopes of gaining a little bit, WHILE you are waiting for therapy to begin and take effect?

Just a thought.

[ShaggyChic_1201]

Originally Posted by hamster-bamster

... weight gain on the pill is largely a myth (on a large scale)

Nice pun Hamster!

[hamster-bamster]

Originally Posted by bubsmiley

Nice pun Hamster!

Oh thanks so much and I did not even notice! Too anxious - will see soon-to-be ex H in family court tomorrow after not having seen him since the fall... wish me luck.

[shanzy131211]

mt GP who prescribed the pill knows im under weight but put me on the rigevidon pill and had no effect on weight i am trying my best to put on weight