I think I'm getting myself into trouble.?
Question:
I keep calling my psychiatrist and asking her about the meds and weight gain, but she doesn't call back.
My sister was hospitalised for an eating disorder when she was 12, and now I feel so scared that its starting with me.
I feel uncomfortable and fat when I don't take them, and I'm even losing weight (slowly). My BMI is overweight, and I know my measurements are too big. But I can see my ribcage if I look in the mirror and look under my blouse (in private). I can't tell if I amactually fat or not.
I don't know what to do. I know that this can escalate into a problem and I don't want it to happen.
My docor and therapist are unavailable as they do not respond to me unless I am sitting in front of them.
Answers:
Weight is such an annoying issue especially in the states where it seems to be such a pre-occupation for most people. I'm not sure what meds you're on but you mentioned a psychiatrist so possibly some sort of SSRI? When you take an SSRI it's not impossible to drop weight but man oh man it slows the process. The first thing I really think you should address is your self image. Trust me, I KNOW its so much easier said than done but acknowledge that your body is the only one you'll ever have and treating it well will only help you. As I mentioned before, dropping weight on most anxiety meds will be harder but take the time and do it right. It didn't go on overnight and unfortunately it won't come off overnight. Check out www.stresscenter.com. I went through this program and it REALLY helped me to chill out as far as how critical I was of myself. Treat the girl and the body will follow! I'm sorry for the generic answer but I hope it helps a little!
if you are worried about this, then chances are you have a good chance to be healthy. i would not consult a doctor right away if i were you. instead i would try to become healthy (not taking any diuretics), and try to talk to any of your friends or family members if you are able to..maybe they can help you! you can still have an eating disorder if you are overweight, it is all a psychological issue.
good luck
there is a process called food and drug interaction, this is what your body is experiencing now.your body needs enoghy energy as you are out on drugs, so you cant go for a fast now, so kindly let me know which are the medicines which you are taking..so that i can tell you about your diet to be followed and kindly tell you usual diet pattern. and let me know why you are taking diurectics and laxatives
dont be overtensed dear..take care
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