Binge eating vs bulimia

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Avatar f tn Rarely, individuals with Bulimia will consume syrup of ipecac or misuse enemas following episodes of binge eating. They may fast for a day or more or exercise excessively in an attempt to compensate for their binge eating. Exercise may be considered excessive when it significantly interferes with important activities, occurs at inappropriate times or in inappropriate settings, or when the person continues to exercise despite injury or other medical complications.
Avatar n tn Is anyone out there a binge eater that would like to get into contact to help recovery? I've had eating disorders for the past 10 years...anorexia, bulimia, recovered on my own for a bit, but now after starting a career and having more stress in my life, I'm not normal anymore. I binge. I went on topamax for a bit and this helped but didn't like the weird side effects and I know I can't rely on drugs my whole life. I'm 26 and just want to be normal with food.
Avatar f tn Recurrent episodes of binge eating characterized by both: Eating, in a discrete period of time (e.g.
639965 tn?1228344380 For more information and treatment options on anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder, you could visit the bella vita website.
Avatar f tn I'm a 55 Y/O female who has been binge eating for about 20 years. I've been to every kind of therapy, even went to a psychiatrist who specializes in eating disorders, gave me an RX ( don't remember the name) I've gained and lost 50LBS 3 times, this time I gained 60LBS and can't loose the last 25. I can't control my eating no matter what I do. I've also been to OA and I didn't like it. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
1143266 tn?1262038596 I am entering recovery from bulimia. It has been 2 1/2 days so far with no binge or purging episodes. So far I am doing well. It is by no means easy, but I am managing. The only thing is now I get random headaches. I am eating normal sized meals regularly, so I don't get it...Is this like a withdraw symptom from bulimia? Will it go away as my recovery moves along? Thanks for your time.
785277 tn?1244324809 There are other major health issues that need to be addressed as well. I suggest you post in the Anorexia/Bulimia/Binge Eating section in the Ask a Doctor forum to find out more. Sorry I don't particularly deal with it in terms of overall health.
Avatar n tn However, most have consequences for their binge purging behavior. The good news is the body is wise and resilient. Ceasing the binge purging behavior is vital to help heal and reverse the damage. In order to take the necessary and responsible steps for your own body and needs, I would advise you to see an eating disorder medical specialist in your area. This step will give you the accurate concerns and treatment direction for you.
Avatar n tn Wow I have been looking and looking for a free forum and I'm too chicken to go to an actual doctor. When I can't sleep I will general get up to do homework but I'm tired so i need energy so i binge on chocolate until i feel sick then i purge. Is that considered Bulimia? and if so what should i do?
989299 tn?1306708607 I have had an ED for years, mix of anorexia, bulimia & binge eating disorder, if anyone can relate, or understand, and can talk to me about it? Message me if so? thanks.
Avatar n tn I am recovering from bulimia, and have been for about three months now. I was bulimic for 7 years (I started at age 16), and only ceased for two healthy pregnancies. I didn't realize all the harm I was causing to my body. I really don't know much about it, but I guess I am curious if my body will ever get back to normal. How long, if ever, will it take for your metabolism to return to normal? Is it possible to get cancer from throat damage?
Avatar f tn When I drink even a moderate amount I do not binge and purge. Also, I always get the urge to binge and purge during the evening. I am thinking of going to a professional but I really want to do this by myself, I was wondering if this could be due to a chemical imbalance?? I have always had problems with depression as a child and was anorexic for sometime as an adolescent until I discovered bulimia.
Avatar n tn Visit the bella vita website. Take our eating disorder survey. Read our extensive description on bulimia and see if it fits you. Best, Dr.
Avatar m tn does chewing and spitting food out put weight on This discussion is related to <a href="/posts/Anorexia--Bulimia--Binge-Eating/wil-i-gain-weight-/show/1255694">wil i gain weight ?</a>.
4318523 tn?1352726701 Weight requirements are used in diagnosing anorexia, but not bulimia, binge eating disorder or other eating disorders. You may want to visit the bella vita website and take our free online eating disorder survey. And while you are there read about bulimia and eating disorder NOS. Wishing you a wonderful 2013!
Avatar n tn This is hard for me to come out and say, but I'm a 23 year old male who has an ED. I have suffered from Bulimia for almost 2 years now. I just got married to the love of my life, who I've been with for 6 years now. She's the best thing in my life, yet it's come to a point where she can't put up with my binge/purge episodes anymore.
Avatar f tn I've been suffering from Bulimia for a year so far. I've been purging more than 3 times a day, I'm really sick of it. I need to lose weight, and it's keeping me from hitting my target. I'm on medication now (Prozac) and it's slightly helping, not to the extent that I want. I want to end it, I've depression too, so this sometimes help me binge even more when I feel down. So, I feel it's complicated... Is there any way out?
Avatar f tn I'm a 56 y/o female who has had a problem with binge eating since I was about 30. I can gain 20 lbs in a month no problem. Sometimes I can't stop eating, and when I'm too full to eat anymore, I can't wait to digest so I can eat more. I've been to psychiatrist's that specialize in eating disorders, OA, read every book I could find, went to counseling for years and years, and have been on every diet there is.
Avatar n tn I have been looking up information on bulimia and I do not fit the description. My typical day for eating is 1 clementine for breakfast and for dinner fat free chocolate milk. My downfall is lunch. Usually I stop at a fast food restraunt and eat a burger, fries, and shake and purge it. I don't eat an enormous amount of food, just junk food. I don't know why I do this and I know I have control over it. I choose to do it.
Avatar m tn I know I'm not bulimic, but I do binge eat, and than throw up after. It started sometime last year I think. Or maybe even longer. How sad is it that I don't even know. Lately it's been getting bad. I don't do it often. I do it for a couple days a week, than stop, then a few weeks later again. Then don't do it for so long. Then I start up again. I don't know why I'm doing this. But I don't know how to get help. Does anyone know if I've damaged my teeth a lot?
Avatar f tn The bulimia started as normal eating, if not enough eating and throwing up. I have done everything to hide it including throwing up in bags and hiding it so that there would be no evidence in the bathroom. Sounds gross! Then I have gone months and eat normal, then back to eating and throwing up, except through the years it is more binging and eating until being completely uncomfortable. Now I am 37 years old and it is much harder to keep the weight off with the binges and throwing up.
3923358 tn?1358552214 recurrent episodes of binge eating in the absence of the regular use of inappropriate compensatory behaviours characteristic of Bulimia Nervosa. http://www.eatingdisorders.org.nz/index.php?id=836 http://www.addictions.net/id273.html#.UZRkE0pYTAk http://en.wikipedia.
992712 tn?1249567618 Last year, after two incredibly secretive years of bulimia at boarding school, I had a seizure as a result of serious dehydration/laxitive abuse/purging 5 or more times a day/and eating nothing but binge food. I was so terrified by the seizure (I was locked in a bathroom by myself and I hit my head on the tile sink....if would have been a long time before anyone found me if I hadn't woken up) that I confessed my bulimia to my mother, school nurse, and dorm counselor. It was such a relief.
1246367 tn?1271225330 m clean i constantly think about eating so I make myslef go walking for hours and be away form the house. summer is right around the corner and I'm so angry I'm fat and disgusting! I;m scared I will form another habbit..starving myself! And all I can think about is what diet pill I can go on over teh counter is that ok as long as I take it as directed? Help!!
Avatar f tn binge eating or purging is never a good thing to do...once or twice a month doesn't qualify as bulimia however you are setting your self up with some bad habits that could lead to it down the road... do you find your self doing it more when you get stressed or if someone makes a comment about your weight???
Avatar n tn This cycle of binge eating, bulimia etc are normal in an eating disorder. A person overeats, then feels guilty, throws up food, and tries to stay off food. A positive frame of mind is very important for treatment. If you have the will, you'll find the way. Join support groups to keep yourself motivated. Take up yoga for that will help you. Join any good center in your area. Apart from this, you need proper diagnosis and treatment without which success is not possible.