Hi,My name is Alexanda and I am 23 years old. I have been struggling with bulimia for about 5 years now. Im doing everything possible to stop and so far Ive been doing better, however, the habit comes back every now and then. My question is, is that recently Ive been feeling extremely tired and it seems that I am getting extremely self-conscious, more and more everyday. Its to the point that I dont want to get in front of people, not even friends and family. I cant concentrate and lose track of what Im talking about in the middle of talking. I want to know what is wrong with me. Ive always been outgoing but now I want to stay to myself. I feel like Im going crazy.
Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor You are struggling with Bulimia Nervosa since last 5 years and complaints of tiredness and weakness. You become aware or conscious while talking and this has caused stress, and you have stopped to go out. Even during conversations you are not able to complete and feel intense anxiety. These things are occurring due to social anxiety. Bulimia is one of reasons behind the anxiety. Consult a psychiatrist as the condition is causing significant impairment to your normal functioning. Medicines as Fluoxetine can be used in such situation as it will help in bulimia also. For severe anxiety provoking situations medicines like Propranolol can be prescribed. Consul a doctor for prescription. Systematic desensitization is a method of behavior therapy that is also useful in such situation. Thanks