caasiopia68 Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 My girlfriend was anorexic from age like 9-14 and didn't have her period for a really long time. I know I shouldn't worry about it but is it possible that she could be sterile? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady00 Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 According to WebMd's article on Anorexia: "Along with the lower body weight, girls with anorexia nervosa can lose their menstrual periods (amenorrhea). The loss of periods is associated with osteopenia, early bone loss that can lead to painful fractures." It doesn't say if the amenorrhea can cause sterility though... link removed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caasiopia68 Posted April 11, 2008 Author Share Posted April 11, 2008 i was trying to say thanks but my message had to be over 10 characters long. so, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haven Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 If she's started having her period, then she's not sterile. However, if she's not, then it could be due to the anorexia or just her young age. Some girls can get their periods rather late. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enchiladaman Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 The short answer is yes, a woman can absolutely go sterile from being anorexic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSoxFan84 Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 My aunt was severely anorexic for a long time and didn't have her period for years. Now, she has three girls. She didn't have trouble getting pregnant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghost69 Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 anorexia is a very bad problem. you can lose more than just eggs. your body starts to eat itself and organs end up dying too. anything can happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notsomuch Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Yes, sadly when the body is starved of nutrients the reproductive system is the first thing to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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