Period and anorexia
 

Apologies if this thread already exists - I couldn't find one.

I gradually started losing weight in January 2010 and was diagnosed as anorexic with a very low BMI in January 2011.

Since then I have gained weight and now have a normal BMI, however my periods haven't come back. I'm confused as I am now heavier than the point at which they stoppped and have a much more balanced diet.

I was just wondering what experiences other people have had with periods coming back with weight gain?

Thanks

There is no right or wrong time frame for periods to return. Some people find that they return as soon as their weight increases. Others find it can take a year or more.

If it takes more than a year or so I would suggest visiting your GP.

Personally I'd give mother nature a chance to work on her own. After all you gave your body quite a battering

Periods can be tricky things to predict, I had mine when at my lowest weight but lost them when I started regaining weight. I then went on the contraceptive pill so not sure how long I would have had to wait for them to come back naturally.

If you are still under the care of a doctor keep them informed otherwise give it another 6 to 12 months.

Thanks very much :) It's been almost a year so I'll go to my GP soon.