Thank you for sharing your question with the EmpowHER community! Having such a long period can be very frustrating to deal with.
Based on what you have said, I think the major change in your menstrual cycle is definitely from the combination of both stress and the eating disorder. Stress and such a drastic loss in weight (especially in such a short period of time) can affect your hormones and menstrual cycle flow.
Despite the difficult of visiting a doctor, it's always a good idea to visit one to get their opinion on the issue. They will be able to give the best advice on how to get your period back to normal.
However, I believe destressing would be a great way to get your period back on track. Also, getting your weight back to normal by eating more regularly can also help. Some ways you can reduce your stress include:
meditation
exercise
walking outside in fresh air
reducing the amount of time you spend in front of TV, phone, etc. screens
deep breathing
finding time to relax
drinking green tea
taking a hot bath
If your stress reaches a point where it seems like anxiety and you can't get rid of it, I suggest visiting a professional therapist or counselor. That could be very helpful to reducing stress in life if you don't have any luck doing it on your own.
I hope this has helped. Please keep me updated! :)
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Hello janedarling,
Thank you for sharing your question with the EmpowHER community! Having such a long period can be very frustrating to deal with.
Based on what you have said, I think the major change in your menstrual cycle is definitely from the combination of both stress and the eating disorder. Stress and such a drastic loss in weight (especially in such a short period of time) can affect your hormones and menstrual cycle flow.
Despite the difficult of visiting a doctor, it's always a good idea to visit one to get their opinion on the issue. They will be able to give the best advice on how to get your period back to normal.
However, I believe destressing would be a great way to get your period back on track. Also, getting your weight back to normal by eating more regularly can also help. Some ways you can reduce your stress include:
If your stress reaches a point where it seems like anxiety and you can't get rid of it, I suggest visiting a professional therapist or counselor. That could be very helpful to reducing stress in life if you don't have any luck doing it on your own.
I hope this has helped. Please keep me updated! :)
Best,
November 1, 2014 - 3:04pmErin
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