50's and anorexia
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50's and anorexia
| Wed, 12-13-2006 - 10:05am |
Hi all, I am a 50 something gal that is fighting anorexia now for about 2 years. I was always very over weight & decided to do "another diet" I went from 185 down to 112 pounds. My doctor told me I was in danger as my height is 5'7. So now I am fighting to keep my weight up at 117 pounds which I find horrible & in my mind obese. I loved being a junior sized 3. I hate being a junior size 5 as I am now. Are there any other "middle aged" (I hate that term) females fighting anorexia?

Hi there
~Diana~
Hi,
I am 39 and have dealt with eating disorders on and off since I was 12. Recent research has found you are not alone. The number of women over 40 with eating disorders unfortunately is growing. We all share the same basic problem, so you don't need to feel any different regardless of your age~ just like if you had a different income, or hobby.
Welcome to the board ;)
Thanks for
~Diana~
Hi!
Welcome to the board! I hope that you know that you are not alone in your journey! This is an unique environment where you'll hear from every kind of person and the great thing is - everyone can learn something from each other. Also, this board does provide a great support system whenever you need a little help. The doc that you speak of...is that a doc treating you for your anorexia?
Catherine
How's it going today, Annie?
~Diana~
Hi Annie!
I am right here with you. I am 39 years old and was diagnosed with anorexia (officially) last February. It is a miserable battle for me too. I stress if the scale goes up and I stress if it goes down! My labs were horrible back then too. Everyone said they were in the critical range, but they are better now. My white and red blood cell counts are still low and so is my blood sugar. I have only gained about 4 pounds, but I eat much better. I still don't eat enough and my body seems to not handle certain foods well, but I am getting better. I see a counselor weekly and my medical doctor monthly. I also saw a nutritionist weekly up until August.
Good luck to you! You are not alone.
Ilse