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Telling the doctor about relapse

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Hi,

I have been suffering from anorexia/EDNOS for the past six months. I relapsed in June after being recovered for five years. I am 20, and living at home right now. Not one of my family members has noticed that I've lost about 25 lbs. Recently, I have been getting chest pains, arrhythmeas, and muscle twitches, and my hair is thinner. I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow, with a new doctor, and I am debating on whether or not to tell her about my eating disorder. I know she is not allowed to tell anyone if I don't consent, but I'm a little afraid that she will try to make me recover when I am not fully ready to. I'm just wondering if anyone has any advice on this, and if I should tell her or not. Thanks.
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replied December 7th, 2010
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Hi kawaiigirl1991 and welcome to ehealth: Unfortunately, I was not on the forum yesterday...Yes, you should tell her....I am inquisitive how your family members could not have noticed that you lost 25 pounds...That is a lot...What is your weight and height at this point?....Take care...

Caroline
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