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Question: I have had anorexia nervosa for a number of years and have not had a period for 10. My health is better but my weight still low. I am 32 now but If I gain weight will my periods return and am I likely to be able to still conceive?
Brief Answer:
Yes.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic!
It is good to know that you are better and are recovering. Although you haven't had your periods for the last ten years, you are still young and have many more years of reproductive life. It is possible for your menses to return when you gain weight and your body heals. Once menses return, it would be possible for you to conceive. Please do not worry about the future. Just concentrate on getting healthier and stronger, taking things one day at a time.
Let me know if I can you help you further.
Best wishes.
Dr Preeti Parakh
MD Psychiatry
Yes.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic!
It is good to know that you are better and are recovering. Although you haven't had your periods for the last ten years, you are still young and have many more years of reproductive life. It is possible for your menses to return when you gain weight and your body heals. Once menses return, it would be possible for you to conceive. Please do not worry about the future. Just concentrate on getting healthier and stronger, taking things one day at a time.
Let me know if I can you help you further.
Best wishes.
Dr Preeti Parakh
MD Psychiatry
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you
Brief Answer:
You are welcome!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
You are welcome.
Best wishes.
Dr Preeti Parakh
MD Psychiatry
You are welcome!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
You are welcome.
Best wishes.
Dr Preeti Parakh
MD Psychiatry
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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