Eating Disorder - Period and anorexia

[Muser]

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

[fragile as glass]

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

[tiptoes]

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.

[Muser]

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