I have a wife with bulimia and it was getting to the point where I couldn't take it any more. She needed bulimia treatment badly, but I didn't know where to turn. Through the internet I came across your site and sent my wife for bulimia treatment at your center.
Whoever she first spoke with made her feel so comfortable, she even became excited about the possibility of not having to binge and purge any more. The change in her is amazing. I know she will always be recovering, but I am proud to say she is the most courageous person I know. Thank you for all of your help.
-- Preston V., Nashua, New Hampshire
I needed to find an eating disorder clinic so badly. I used to eat compulsively and had swung over completely to purging and laxatives. I felt so bad about myself, the shame and guilt was just killing me. I had been to an eating disorder clinic before, but they really did not address my mood swings, that I have since understood them to be a bipolar disorder.
Your staff kept telling me that my eating behavior was a symptom of other problems. Well even though I didn't believe them they turned out to be right. I don't use laxatives, I have even learned to exercise moderately. Thank you so much. By the way, it has been ten months since I last purged.
-- Bonnie S., Boston, Massachusetts
Well Shelly, I told you I would write when I had one year in recovery and here I am. Who would have guessed. I have so much gratitude for you taking your time and referring me to a great facility. I knew from the moment I walked in there that I was in the right place. The next time I come by it will be to visit, not as a patient. You are absolutely the greatest.
-- Venessa C., Raleigh, North Carolina
Eating Disorder Symptoms
If you are suffering from an eating disorder, please call our nationally recognized toll-free helpline today at 1-800-941-5313. We can assess your eating disorder symptoms and help you get on the road to recovering your health and reclaiming your life. Caring professionals are standing by 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist you and all calls are confidential
Who is Most Affected by an Eating Disorder and its Symptoms?
Eating disorders are much more prevalent among women than men. In fact, research reveals that almost 90 percent of those dealing with eating disorder symptoms are women between the ages of 15 and 30. Additional research shows that the earlier one enters treatment to address eating disorder symptoms, the greater the likelihood of a positive treatment outcome.
Recognizing Eating Disorder Symptoms
Depending upon the specific eating disorder one has, symptoms will vary. Below you will find the eating disorder symptoms one will exhibit for specific eating disorder categories:
Anorexia NervosaSymptoms - Individuals who develop anorexia nervosa begin to exhibit eating disorder symptoms including:
Avoiding food and meals
Choosing a few foods and eating them in small amounts
Excessive attention to calorie counting
Extreme weight loss
Misuse of laxatives or diuretics
Compulsive exercising regimen
Bulimia NervosaSymptoms - The eating disorder symptoms associated with bulimia nervosa are:
Excessive consumption of large amounts of food
Going to the bathroom directly after meals to rid themselves of the food
Constantly worried about weight gain
Always unhappy with the way their bodies look
Excessive use of enemas, diuretics, laxatives
Compulsive exercising
Binge-Eating DisorderSymptoms - People that exhibit binge-eating disorder symptoms generally display the following:
Consumption of great amounts of food in one prolonged sitting
Eating done alone, in secret
Food is hidden throughout the house or car
Great weight gain
Eat even when they are not hungry
Preoccupied with thoughts of their next meal throughout the day
In addition individuals affected with an eating disorder usually display feelings of guilt, remorse, shame and anger. Regardless of the disorder, treatment is necessary and should be sought immediately.
Medical Consequences of Eating Disorder Symptoms
Eating disorder symptoms can lead to serious health issues. Some of the medical consequences associated with eating disorders include:
Binge-eating disorder
High blood pressure
Diabetes
Gallbladder problems
Heart disease
Fatigue
Respiratory problems
Bulimia Nervosa
Dental problems
Swollen glands
Electrolyte imbalance
Pancreatitis
Anorexia Nervosa
Dried skin
Covering of light hair called lanugo
Dangerous weight loss
Heart failure
Don't wait any longer to get treatment and control dangerous eating disorder symptoms. To start you on a path to recovery, call our nationally recognized toll-free eating disorder helpline at 1-800-941-5313. Professionals are standing by 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist you and all calls are confidential.
