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I am experiencing lightheaded (worsened by: prolonged standing) , sleepiness, sudden flash of lights, balance problems and binging and purging. the following also describe me: dizziness, aching muscles, chills, generalized weakness, feeling anxious, ring

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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

Disordered Eating: Binging and purging can cause all of the symptoms you are describing. Disordered eating is dangerous. The National Eating Disorders Association has a screening tool to help you seek out help https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/screening-tool . They also have a free confidential helpline 1-800-931-2237.

Answered 1/24/2018

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A member asked:

I am experiencing lightheaded (worsened by: prolonged standing) , sleepiness, sudden flash of lights, balance problems and binging and purging. the following also describe me: dizziness, aching muscles, chills, generalized weakness, feeling anxious, ring

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

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