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Headaches, Vomiting Sensation, Under Weight, Seems Anemic. What Is Wrong? Anorexia?
hi my gf is very thin, not anorexic. She seems to be anaemic although this was suggested by a paramedic and not a doctor. She often feels like throwing up and has alot of headaches . She rarely has an appetite to eat and majority of the time i have to force her. She usually has these symtoms for about 4 days and she may be fine for between 3 days-14 days but the symtoms start again. what could possibly be wrong?
Tue, 22 Jan 2013
Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.
Anemia can be confirmed only with a blood test (for hemoglobin levels). There can be a variety of causes for poor weight gain and loss of appetite:
- Systemic diseases like diabetes
- Malabsorption disorders - causing inadequate absorption of food from the intestines
- Hormonal disorders like thyroid disorders
- Psychiatric problems like anxiety, stress, anorexia, etc.
Since your girlfriend is having recurrent symptoms and has been suspected to have anemia, I would suggest that you take her to a doctor for a detailed evaluation, in order to establish the cause of her problems.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
Anemia can be confirmed only with a blood test (for hemoglobin levels). There can be a variety of causes for poor weight gain and loss of appetite:
- Systemic diseases like diabetes
- Malabsorption disorders - causing inadequate absorption of food from the intestines
- Hormonal disorders like thyroid disorders
- Psychiatric problems like anxiety, stress, anorexia, etc.
Since your girlfriend is having recurrent symptoms and has been suspected to have anemia, I would suggest that you take her to a doctor for a detailed evaluation, in order to establish the cause of her problems.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
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Hi there ~
Your girlfriend may be suffering from one of many disorders. It is common to have the symptoms of anemia, feeling like throwing up, headaches, poor appetite, along with many other symptoms in various conditions; anorexia being one of them. More commonly it can happen in depression. I suggest that you consult a qualified health professional, preferably a psychiatrist.
Take care and have a good day.
Your girlfriend may be suffering from one of many disorders. It is common to have the symptoms of anemia, feeling like throwing up, headaches, poor appetite, along with many other symptoms in various conditions; anorexia being one of them. More commonly it can happen in depression. I suggest that you consult a qualified health professional, preferably a psychiatrist.
Take care and have a good day.
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