bulimic

ok im not quit sure if i really am or not...i also may think i have bdd(body disphormic disorder).. ok well i think i am really fat... i am 15, last timen i checked i was 125...i always think about it.. no matter what... i recently started to eat alot.. but like then i go puke... or sometimes i wont get it all out.. i'll only do it a lil.. but then later i have to go do it somemore.. bc i cant get it off my mind that i may get fat from all the food... i know its not good... but like i hate feeling fat all the time.. i just dont know what to do anymore... and exercise doesnt work for me... i dont like it.. like i get distracted when i do it... i know i can stop myself from doing it now.. but if i keep doing it then soon i may not be able to stop... does anyone else have this problem?

Yeah im bulimic. Ive been bulimic ofr over 2 years- not a nice experiance im telling you. And you sounds like your in the begining stages of bulimia. Seriously, bulimia is an addiction, once you start its really really hard to stop. Bulimia isnt a weight losing method, suree in the begining you lose a bit of weight, but its all water and nutrients. But then your motablism really slows down. And you dont lose any more weight. Infact you probably end up gaining weight rather then losing it, (becuase of the binges and motablism slowing down).

Bulimia really messes your head up, it makes you depressed, have low self esteem, slowly distant yourslef form the people you love. Then to the body, you oculd get ulcers, kidney complications, heart failure, theres loads more (ill up full list of effects bulimia has tomorow). Most important is that it can KILL you. Now even if oyu dont care about yourself dying what about the people taht love oyu? How will your death effetc them?

Im sorry, i could really go on and on, but i have to get of the computer right now, but please hun, please stop this. Bulimia is not worth it. If oyu need someone to talk im hear, feel free to PM.
Take care
xx

I Think The Previous Post Basically Summed It All Up For You, The Only Thing I Could Suggest Is That You Seriously Get Some Professional Help, Because Bulimia Is Very Much So a Mental Disorder As Well As a Physical One

xoxo-Nikki-xoxo

Hye again,
Well i htought i should post the effects of bulimia up. All of them, read them carefully and ask yourself is losing weight worth all of this? Is it worth all the mental anguish you go through? Is it worth all your friends, family crying becuase all they want is for oyu to get better? Is it worth all of the following side effects?

"In alphabetical order for ease of reading...

Damage to the body can be surprisingly quick if the sufferer is making themselves vomit. Of course, the more frequent the purging, the greater the risk, but there is a chance of causing serious injury even from only occasional vomiting. The main dangers from self-induced vomiting include electrolyte imbalances in the body, gastric rupture following a binge, peptic ulcers, tooth decay, rupture of the oesophagus following purging, constipation and irregular bowel movements.

Amenorrhea - Loss of menstrual cycle (due to lack of the hormone oestrogen)

Anemia/iron deficiency - This makes the oxygen transporting units within the blood useless, and can lead to fatigue, shortness of breath, increased infections, and heart palpitations

Arthritis - This can be caused by hormonal imbalances and vitamin deficiencies

Bad Circulation, Slowed or Irregular Heartbeat, Arrhythmias, Angina, Heart Attack - There are many factors associated with having an eating disorder that can lead to heart problems or a heart attack. Sudden cardiac arrest can cause permanent damage to the heart, or instant death. Electrolyte imbalances (especially potassium deficiency), dehydration, malnutrition, low blood pressure, abnormally slow heart rate, electrolyte imbalances, and hormonal imbalances can all cause serious problems with the heart, high blood pressure, accumulation of fat deposits around the heart muscle, high cholesterol, decreased exercise due to lack of mobility, diabetes and hormonal imbalances.

Bloating

Callused or bruised fingers and knuckles - This can be caused by repeated use of fingers to induce vomiting.

Cancer - Bulimics can develop cancer of the throat and voice box (larynx) due to acid reflux disorders.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - This is continuous and crippling fatigue related to a weakened immune system.

Constipation

Cramps>

DEATH: This may be caused by any of the following, either alone or as a combination: heart attack or heart failure; lung collapse; internal bleeding, stroke, kidney failure, liver failure; pancreatitis, gastric rupture, perforated ulcer.

Dehydration This is caused by the depletion or lack of intake of fluids in the body, or by restriction of carbohydrates and fat. Restriction/starvation, vomiting and laxative abuse are the primary causes in sufferers of eating disorders. Symptoms include dizziness, weakness, or darkening of urine. It can lead to kidney failure, heart failure, seizures, brain damage and death. The healthy functioning of cells and tissues is dependent upon a certain level of water content in the body. Also, salt and other minerals need to be kept within a narrow range. In a person who has become dehydrated, it is possible that they are suffering from a depletion in salt as well as water. Long-term dehydration can ultimately lead to kidney failure. Amongst bulimics, dehydration usually occurs because the stomach is being emptied of its gastric fluids.

Dental Problems: Decalcification of Teeth, Erosion of Tooth Enamel, Severe Decay, Gum Disease - These will be caused by stomach acids and enzymes (from vomiting) which erode the enamel on the teeth. They can also be caused by vitamin D and calcium deficiencies, and hormonal imbalance.

Depression - Mood swings and depression will all be caused by physiological factors such as electrolyte imbalances, hormone and vitamin deficiencies, malnutrition and dehydration. Living with the eating disorder behaviors themselves will also cause depression. Depression can also lead the sufferer back into the cycle of the eating disorder (or may have initially been the problem before the onset of the ED).

Diabetes - High blood sugar occurs as a result of low production of insulin. This can be caused by hormonal imbalances, hyperglycemia, or chronic pancreatitis.

Diarrhoea

Digestive Difficulties - A deficiency in digestive enzymes will lead to the body having an inability to properly digest food and absorb nutrients. This can lead to malnutrition and electrolyte imbalances. Diseases that may be triggered by this are Celiac Disease (gluten sensitivity), and Crohn's Disease

Disruptions in Blood Sugar Levels - Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) can indicate problems with the liver or kidneys and can lead to neurological and mental deterioration. Elevated blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) can lead to diabetes, liver and kidney shut down, circulatory and immune system problems.

Dry Skin and Hair, Brittle Hair and Nails, Hair Loss - This is caused by vitamin and mineral deficiencies, malnutrition and dehydration.

Easily Bruising Skin - Vitamin deficiencies (which decrease the body's ability to heal itself), low blood pressure, a low platelet count and/or extreme weight loss will all lead to easily bruised skin that can take a long time to heal.

Edema - This is swelling of the soft tissues as a result of excess water accumulation. It is most common in the abdominal area of Bulimics and can be caused by laxative and diuretic

Electrolyte Imbalances - Electrolytes are essential to the production of the body's "natural electricity" that ensures healthy teeth, joints and bones, nerve and muscle impulses, kidneys and heart, blood sugar levels and the delivery of oxygen to the cells.

Esophageal Reflux /Acid Reflux Disorders - When partially digested items in the stomach (which are mixed with acid and enzymes) regurgitate back into the esophagus, this can lead to damage to the esophagus, larynx and lungs and increases the chances of developing cancer of the esophagus and voice box. Reflux can sometimes become so severe that food cannot be kept down at all and medical attention should be sought immediately.

Gastric Rupture - This is spontaneous stomach erosion, perforation or rupture.

Gastrointestinal bleeding into the digestive tract.

Heart failure The heart muscle can become thin and flabby from nutritional deficiency. A lack of calories and protein can have a negative effect on the heart, and body chemicals may become so imbalanced that heart failure occurs.

Hypertension (high blood pressure) - This can cause blood vessel changes in the back of the eye (creating vision impairment); abnormal thickening of the heart; kidney failure; and brain damage.

Hyperactivity - Manic thoughts of not being able to sit still.

Hyponatremia - (related to "water-loading") Drinking too much water (more than eight glasses in less than 12 hours) can cause hyponatremia (not enough sodium in the blood), especially in someone already malnourished or dehydrated. Hyponatremia can cause fluid in the lungs, the brain to swell, nausea, vomiting, confusion and even death.

Hypotension (low blood pressure) This is caused by lowered body temperature, malnutrition and dehydration. It can cause irregular heartbeat & shock.

Incontinence

Infertility (the inability to have children) - This is caused by loss of the menstrual cycle and by hormonal imbalances.

Inflammation & rupture/tearing of the esophagus - Stomach acid irritates the esophagus, which can cause inflammation and raw areas, sometimes making swallowing painful. Of greater concern is a rupture of the esophagus, because this can be fatal. It is caused by repeated vomiting and the person will have bright red blood in their vomit. Although a tear often heals itself after a few days, this is NOT ALWAYS THE CASE AND YOU SHOULD ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU ARE VOMITING BLOOD.

Irregular or abnormally slow heart rate - Purging can lead to potassium depletion, which in turn can cause problems with the heart. Equally, starving oneself can also lead to an irregular or slow heart rate, which can mean that the heart muscle is undergoing changes. This is likely to lead to low blood pressure. The lower blood pressure and heart rate drop, the greater the risk of heart failure.

Insomnia - Having problems falling and/or staying asleep.

Ketoacidosis - High levels of acids (known as ketones) build up in the blood and are caused by the body burning fat (instead of sugar and carbohydrates) to get energy. This can be a result of starvation, excessive purging & dehydration, and can lead to coma and death.

Kidney Infection and Failure - Your kidneys "clean" the poisons from your body, regulate acid concentration and maintain water balance. Vitamin deficiencies, dehydration, infection and low blood pressure increase the risks associated with kidney infection thus making permanent kidney damage and kidney failure more likely.

Lanugo (soft downy hair on face, back and arms) - This is caused by a protective reflex mechanism built into the body to help keep a person warm during periods of starvation and malnutrition.

Liver Failure - The liver aids in removing waste from cells, and with digestion. Fasting and taking acetaminophen (a drug found in over-the-counter painkillers) increases the risks of liver damage and failure. Loss of menstruation and dehydration (putting women at risk for too much iron in their system), and chronic heart failure can also lead to liver damage or failure.

Lowered body temperature - This is caused by the loss of a healthy insulating layer of fat and by lowered blood pressure.

Malnutrition This is caused by undereating or overeating. The word malnutrition indicates a deficiency for energy, protein and micronutrients (e.g. vitamin A, iodine and iron), either singularly or in combination. It can cause severe health risks including (but not limited to) respiratory infections, kidney failure, blindness, heart attack and death.

Muscle and Cartilage Deterioration - This is the wasting away of muscle due to the body starting to use its own tissue & muscle to provide the energy it needs.

Orthostatic Hypotension - This is a sudden drop in blood pressure experienced upon sitting up or standing. Symptoms include dizziness, blurred vision, passing out, a feeling of the heart "pounding" and headaches.

Osteoporosis - Thinning of the bones is due to lack of calcium, and leaves them susceptible to fracture.

Pancreatitis - This occurs when the digestive enzymes attack the pancreas. It can be caused by repeated stomach trauma (such as with vomiting), or the excessive use of laxatives or diet pills.

Paralysis (Temporary) - This is caused by low levels of potassium, and/or by the degeneration of nerve cells in the spinal cord or in the brain which have been deprived of essential nutrients. Left untreated, periods of paralysis may happen more frequently and more severely, lead to permanent muscle weakness, and even result in death.

Peptic ulcers - A peptic ulcer refers to an area of the stomach, or the tube that leads away from the stomach, which becomes eroded by stomach acid. Peptic ulcers can be serious and need immediate attention if you are vomiting blood or passing digested blood in your stools.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - Females with an eating disorder are at an increased risk for developing this syndrome.

Seizures - The increased risk of seizures in bulimics is caused by dehydration.

Swelling - This can occur in the face and cheeks following self-induced vomiting.

Please get help. Soon..."