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Had an eating disorder dropped to 100lbs and 5'3 at 15 and lasted a few years. now 25 normal weight, pcos have low estro. was eat disorder the cause?

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PCOS cause: I do not believe an eating disorder a decade earlier would be the culprit of polycystic ovarian syndrome. People can develop diabetes and an ulcer with neither be contributory to either one. Congratulations on winning your battle against your eating disorder! not an easy thing to do...

Answered 7/6/2015

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

PCOS ; Eating: Congratulations on what you've done! many people w/out pcos have eating disorders so please don't blame yourself. Eating disorders have many and various causes, psychological then medical. Celebrate where you are. Peace and good health.

Answered 3/26/2014

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