hi,
I'm 20 yrs old and clinically diagnosed with anorexia (5 ft, 4 in/96 lbs). For about three/four years, even when at a slightly higher weight, I did not get my period at all, or I got a light period or spotting every four to five months.
This past month, I have been taking psychotropic drugs for anxiety and depression. I took lexapro for about 17 days and then stopped because of the side effects, and have been taking either Xanax or Klonopin every day for a few weeks. The strange thing is that I have gotten my period twice this month! The first time was very light with no accompanying symptoms, but the second time was preceded with breast tenderness and cramping. Could this be a result of a horomonal imbalance due to the medications?
thanks
kristin
I'm 20 yrs old and clinically diagnosed with anorexia (5 ft, 4 in/96 lbs). For about three/four years, even when at a slightly higher weight, I did not get my period at all, or I got a light period or spotting every four to five months.
This past month, I have been taking psychotropic drugs for anxiety and depression. I took lexapro for about 17 days and then stopped because of the side effects, and have been taking either Xanax or Klonopin every day for a few weeks. The strange thing is that I have gotten my period twice this month! The first time was very light with no accompanying symptoms, but the second time was preceded with breast tenderness and cramping. Could this be a result of a horomonal imbalance due to the medications?
thanks
kristin
Hello Christin
I am very sorry to hear that you are fighting anorexia and you are so young. I hope that you are getting better every day and that your doctors have explained to you how dangerous it can be to be slim. Our mothers and grandmothers didn’t deal with this same problem but yet they seem to be happy more than we will ever be.
Your period returning can only be a good sign. Twice in one month is a little bit strange but since the first one was very light I believe there is no need to be concerned. Wait for the next one to see what is going to happen and if the same thing occurs again consult your doctor.