Living with anorexia

Let’s talk about bones

I’m back in the doctor’s waiting room.  I spend a lot of time here.  Anorexia necessitates in a lot of trips to the doctor. ECGs, blood tests, appointments… And here I am again.  Seeing my GP about my bones.  The results of the bone scan I had in December have come through. My name flashes… Continue reading Let’s talk about bones

Community Support & Outpatient Therapy · Treatment

My week of appointments: Wednesday

This week is Eating Disorders Awareness Week.  The focus this year is on the importance of early intervention and diagnosis.  When I first became unwell, I was fortunate enough to have a GP who immediately referred me to the eating disorder service, and I was able to access treatment very quickly.  To highlight the importance […]

Community Support & Outpatient Therapy · Living with anorexia

A week without therapy

It’s a strange week, between Christmas and New Year. According to the ‘British Logic’ Twitter feed, or ‘British Problems’ Facebook page, it seems that most of the country is living off a diet of mince pies and leftover turkey with chocolate and prosecco for breakfast whilst contemplating joining the gym or going for a walk,… Continue reading A week without therapy