Eating Disorders Support Group
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I read somewhere that you can have fertility problems because of bulimia..is that true??does anyone know?
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Yes this is true. I was told by doctors that after recovery, fertility will come back. I don't know how true that part is though.
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is fertility sth that come and goes?:-S once ur not fertile anymore..then it's all ruined
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I know that if you go below a certain weight for too long you can have fertility problems. Plus I guess it all depends on what organs might have been damaged, too from your ED.
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Well for example if you are so underweight that you don't get you period anymore, obviously you can'thave kids. But once you are back to a healthy weight and you period comes back...you would be able to have children. Thats how I took it from my doc.
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No period = no fertility. Typically a body can bounce back, but if you've had years of being underweight, your sex organs (which your body signals to your brain are not necessary) will shut down. By then you will also be noticing a lot of other severe consequences: low hormones, osteporosis, joint/mobility problems, and all that "fun" stuff.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
