I'm SO shocked...Right now...Doctor?!

Hi,

First of all I want to congratulate you on taking the first few steps.. Which is not only admitting you have a problem - but actually allowing yourself to be vulnerable enough to open up to a stranger tell them your problem. That's very commendable, and the first step to success - so you should be proud of yourself!

That couldn't have been all she said?

Did she discuss what to do in the future? Developing an eating log and increasing your calories slowly? Discussing what developed your eating issues or anything!?!?

There is no way that's okay. You know it..

it seems counter intuitive but just like interviewing someone for any kind of job you do need to interview your doctor or your therapist as well! If they don't sound like they know what they are talking about go see someone else!

I can't stress how important this is. I had some back problems and had to see 4 different physical therapists before I could find someone who could help me. And now my back is fully recovered. The first person just told me to work out more and that would magically fix it (no). You need to be proactive about your own health, which it looks like you are doing. Keep at it until you find a doctor as committed to your health as you are.

lol I once had a doctor tell me that the low blood sugar episodes I was having were migraines without the headaches...thankfully I knew that was not the case

it is true that not every doctor is a great doctor

is it possible that the doctor was trying to be supportive? ie "That's okay that you slipped and ate less than you should , but it is good that you recognize it isn't healthy and we need to make a plan going forward for how to deal with the ED?"

all doctors are the same only there for money..off topic but if there was a decent doctore around i wouldve been able to give birth..screw healthcare..we are no moe than a cow in the herd...good luck n props for tryinh to get help

What kind of doctor was it? Most doctors are not trained in nutrition.
I think you'd be better seeing a therapist, expert in ED, to understand and deal/treat your behavior.
Good luck! You should be proud of you for admitting that you have a problem and want to change your life. :flowerforyou:

Your doctor may not have known what to say. ED's are hard to manage on your own, but at least you've taken the first step, and admitted you have one. If you'd like to talk, you can message me. Good luck!

If you live In Mississauga, you should be covered by OHIP. you don't need to pay for a doctor. I would suggest you see someone else.

She was certifiable

fixed that

I would ask for a refund - she obviously has no knowledge or experience on how to help someone with an ED.


ETA - Wait, WUT? You don't have to pay, or need insurance, to see a Doctor here in Canada. What kind of doctor was this?!?

She was certifiable

fixed that

I would ask for a refund - she obviously has no knowledge or experience on how to help someone with an ED.


ETA - Wait, WUT? You don't have to pay, or need insurance, to see a Doctor here in Canada. What kind of doctor was this?!?

Dieticians and nutritionists are not covered by OHIP, unless you have diabetes or some sort of medical problem.

eva,

i just wanted to say i think you are BEAUTIFUL, i've seen you around before and creepily checked out your photos and thought "i hate being a generic white girl!". please know people look at you and go hot damn, she is gorgeous! cause that's what i did.

that is all!

She certainly is. One of the most beautiful girls I have ever seen to be honest. Wish she saw what we all saw!

Since this was your first visit with the Doctor, I expect that she was simply information gathering at this point to establish a foundation of who you are, where you're at with nutrition, etc. While she may have smiled and said "Okay", I'm hopeful the okay was simply an acknowledgement of hearing what you have said, and the smile an expression of empathy for you while she took note of your history with calorie intake. The smile may even be an expression of happiness that you acknowledge ED, acknowledgement of an ED is half the battle which you've clearly already won and exceeded by taking the initiative to seek out professional assistance. That alone is a HUGE accomplishment in and of itself, I hope you're proud. I'm proud of you and I don't even know you!

If only for peace of mind, I would encourage you to reach out to this Physician for additional clarification. It's quite possible this was a misunderstanding so I wouldn't write off this experience just yet. Give her a chance to show you how she can help, she may surprise you.

Take Care,
Robin

My doctor once told me he didn't care if I ate nothing at all as long as I was taking a good vitamin.

Doctors sometimes are clueless and ignore the food issues.

I'm impressed that you have gotten help and know you have an issue. You obviously a strong, intelligent, beautiful person. Keep working with your ED and keep working on the food issues.

My daughter has issues with food, stomach problems, etc. Her issues are the opposite, she thinks she is too thin, but at the same time doesn't eat when stressed, etc. It is hard for others to understand her issues.

I totally understand yours and everyone here has some sort of issue with food or we wouldn't be here. Some of us eat too much, some eat too little and some binge. So you are not alone and your doctor was an *kitten*!!! Get a new Doctor or just don't bother talking to the Dr about your nutrition. Just get blood tests and other things to make sure you are generally healthy.