#malabsorption

[into-wonderland-caroline]

03/12/24

Captain is taking a morning nap in what looks like some kind of very uncomfortable contortion pose...

[in-pursuit-of-happiness-caroline]

You don't believe it can happen to you - I didn't either...

...Health problems I have to live with caused by the 8 years I struggled with anorexia and orthorexia[and never believed I was "sick enough" for it to happen to me].

I want to preface this post by saying 2 things; First, this post will talk some about eating disorders, although nothing detailed and I will not ever post numbers or anything more obviously upsetting, I do still want to give that warning so if this topic might upset or cause problems for you, do what is good for you and don't continue reading this. Second, I am not a medical or mental health professional. I have no degrees of any kind so this post, like all my others, is purely my experiences, opinions and what I have learned from my doctors over the years. You've been warned now on to the real content/topic...

The past few weeks there has been these nagging thoughts and feelings of some regrets and anger and sadness about how much of my physical health alone eating disorders took from me. I can't go back to change anything but it is something that makes me angry how deceived and distorted someone who is in the depths of an eating disorder can be. For a little back story I struggled with Orthorexia and anorexia for 8 years. The behaviors & obsessions began when I was only 7 years old and I was diagnosed with Orthorexia at age 8 and given a second diagnosis of anorexia at age 10. I stayed in these disorders until I was 15 & only then did I actively pursue and work for recovery. I'm happy to say I have maintained that recovery and a healthy weight since, however, a lot of damage was already done to my body by the time I was 15 and unfortunately much of it was not reversed so I live with many physical health problems caused by anorexia and Orthorexia.

Like many who struggle with eating disorders I was, at different points, told about and warned of the damage it could do to my body, the possible long term consequences of continuing in my disorders. Also like many who struggle with eating disorders I shrugged off these warnings and facts. In my mind none of it would happen to me because I never saw myself as a "sick enough " orthorexic and anorexic to warrant such complications. Now, were there and are there people struggling with eating disorders whose cases would be called more severe and critical than me - yes of course and that is kind of the point- this idea people who struggle with eating disorders have that they have to be the sickest, skinniest, closest to death's door anorexic or orthorexic or whatever to have long term health problems from it or to deserve help or die from their disease is a complete garbage dumpster fire of lies and bullshit! It's not a competition and comparison will destroy! With an eating disorder it will never be enough until it kills you...you will not win anything ‐ or be smiled on, applauded, or envied for dying so thin. No one who knew you will remember you after your death and speak fondly, joyfully or boast about how sick and thin you were. It will not be a positive, admirable, inspiring, happy legacy you will leave if you die sick because of an eating disorder. Your loved ones will suffer, they will be angry about your sickness, angry that you couldn't believe you were sick enough/warranted help. They will be sad and grief stricken and wonder what they could have done differently. They will blame themselves. It's harsh, morbid and very depressing but it is the truth of the legacy you will leave if your eating disorder kills you because you weren't thin enough, sick enough, and you didn't believe any of it could happen to you. You won't die happy and fulfilled because you are thin and sick, you will die depressed, scared, anxious, tortured, and weak just as you were in the eating disorder that deceived you pushing you to hold on to and continue your behaviors, always promising you will be happy when but continually moving that goal- keeping it out of reach because it's never enough with an eating disorder. It's a lie!

Talking to my doctors, I have learned that a good portion of my heart problems were caused by/at least partially caused by years of starvation, malnutrition and stress from my eating disorders. These heart issues include: my heart murmur, mitral valve prolapse and mitral valve regurgitation(which I had to have heart surgery for last year), bradycardia, and thin heart walls! This accounts for every heart health problem I have besides one...it makes me cringe with regret, anger and sadness just to know that.

Anorexia and Orthorexia also caused the irreversible damage and basically shut down of my reproductive system meaning I am sterile/infertile...can not have children. Because I began struggling with eating disorders so young, becoming sick and emaciated/malnourished so quickly and basically remaining in that state or in a declining state for 8 years I have not ever had a period or menstrual cycle and I will not ever due to the damage to my reproductive system. This also caused problems with my bone density and I have osteopenia (basically the beginning stage of osteoporosis) and eventually that will progress into full osteoporosis. I also have permanent damage to my liver caused by my eating disorders.

I hate that I caused so much of my own health struggles and problems and as a result cause my family worry for my health, my well being, and my future. Not to mention the experiences, relationships, strength, health, life, personality, adventure, discovery, zeal, joy, love, rest, dreams the eating disorders took from me and I can't go back and have them.

I am a dancer. Dance is my biggest passion in life and some day I won't be able to dance anymore because the permanent damage and health problems from my eating disorders will end it. My bones will be too brittle and weak to leap and turn and hold a pose, have correct technique. My heart could get weaker- more stressed in time and I will have dance taken from me. I won't be able to follow that dream, to perform. The consequences of eating disorders reach my entire life and that is and/or can be the reality for anyone with an eating disorder who doesn't believe it will happen to them - who doesn't see themselves as sick enough. I did not see it or believe it either and yet this is my reality.

[countesspetofi]

So, I guessed my Vitamin D was low; I recognized the symptoms and asked for the blood test. 20 is normal. 12 is deficient. The nurse on the phone's words were "dangerously low." But I still wasn't expecting a result of 1.7. So it's back on the big, green, smelly pills.

[kenyscouch]

the pains of genetically inherited diseases

so basically, i found out about 2 years ago my mom has chrons. it didn’t seem super important, cause i had no idea what it really was. basically it means your stomach can be really sensitive to certain things and can cause you to have severe stomach aches, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, etc.

Well earlier in 2022, my brother got hit with his first chrons-type reaction, and he lost a shit ton of weight (because occasionally with chrons/uc you get malabsorption where your body takes little to no nutrients from the food you eat) and he was throwing up and was really sick. that’s how he found out he had chrons.

Skipping ahead a few months, i was in italy on a trip with my family when i started to get severe stomach aches and nausea after eating meat, drinking milk, and sometimes even just plain old pasta. i was so goddamn confused. then i started to loose weight (which is weird for me because i don’t really gain or loose weight cause i’m generally fit). The stomach aches only got worse, i started throwing up after certain meals, and sometimes couldn’t eat from the fear of the pain.

that’s when everything clicked. basically, i found out i ALSO have chrons. so there are some things i can eat that won’t kill me, and others that will put me in bed for 2 days straight.

long story short, if your parents have hereditary disease, please don’t ignore the signs that you might have it as well.

also for those who might be worried about me, i’m fine, im still feeling out what i can and can’t eat (because it’s different for everyone) but generally i’m doing pretty great and am back to a normal healthy life.

[ineloquent-creature]

GI issues worst pain

[mission-to-dietitian]

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[into-wonderland-caroline]

03/28/24

You ever have a dream that feels insanely real and you keep thinking about it? That's me today! I had a dream last night that I was flying a plane...as random as that is and today it's been going over and over in my head to the point where I even looked up what it takes to get a pilot license 😄 Not that I will actually do it but it sounds pretty amazing so who knows. Other dancers in my classes today looked at me like I had 3 heads when I told them I was researching getting a pilots license on break from class. I think it is rather fun to prove people wrong and do things they would never expect. For instance I have loved motorcycles since I was kid...so much more fun than driving a car to me & nobody close to me thought a girl like me would actually learn to ride one let alone buy her own once she got her license but I did and I love riding my motorcycle...no regrets there! It would be cool to be able fly a plane. Haha who knows

[in-pursuit-of-happiness-caroline]

Reach out

Early this morning I received a message informing me that one of my friends and fellow dancers from the dance studio made an attempt to end her own life last night. Shock, disbelief, confusion and worry are swirling for me right now. I have so many questions like what the hell happened, what was going on for Erika that led her to this?

Thankfully Erika is still alive & currently in the hospital receiving medical attention and treatment. I know the holidays are extremely difficult for so many people & I don't know if that contributed to Erika's decision to attempt suicide but if you are reading this and struggling or lonely or stressed or feeling suicidal this holiday season please talk to someone. You can message me on either of my blogs (this one or my main one).

One thing I have gathered about Erika is whatever problems she was having she hid it & kept it all to herself- to deal with alone. Her family has told me that they never knew anything was wrong and that is the same for myself, & our other friends. I wish she would have talked to someone, talked to me. I know many people hesitate to reach out especially surrounding mental health problems but dealing alone comes at a major price and it's not helpful. Again, my inbox is open if you decide you don't want to first talk to someone directly in your life. I don't have any degrees or many answers but I can be here. This post is giving a PSA vibe but I wanted to put this out there. It's important.

[ofdinosanddais1]

Hey so it turns out it wasn't my magnesium OR my iron thay was low. It was my potassium... that explains the muscle spasms.

[daicelpharmastandard]

Causes and symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency - How cholecalciferol helps in restoring vitamins in the body?

The most frequent reason is a lack of solar exposure, usually when the diet is lacking in vitamin D, but other conditions can also result in a shortage. To confirm the diagnosis, blood tests and sometimes x-rays are performed. Because breast milk contains minimal vitamin D, nursing infants should start receiving vitamin D supplements right away.

In most cases, a full recovery follows the use of vitamin D supplements orally or intravenously.

The following two types of vitamin D are crucial for nutrition: Ergocalciferol, sometimes known as vitamin D2, is created from yeast and plant precursors. Additionally, it is the type that high-dose supplements typically use. The most active form of vitamin D is called cholecalciferol, or vitamin D3. When the skin is exposed to direct sunlight, it develops in the skin. Fortified foods, mostly cereals and dairy goods, are the most popular type of food supply.  Fish liver oils, fatty fish, egg yolks, and liver all contain vitamin D.

The liver is where vitamin D is primarily kept. D2 and D3 are not biologically active. The liver and kidneys are responsible for converting both forms into active vitamin D, also known as calcitriol. This active form encourages calcium and phosphorus absorption from the gut.

Causes of Vitamin D deficiency The primary factor that leads to a vitamin D deficiency is insufficient sun exposure. Thus, vitamin D insufficiency is more common in the elderly and those who reside in institutions like nursing homes since they spend less time outside. Breastfed infants who are not exposed to adequate sunshine run the risk of developing a vitamin D deficiency and rickets since breast milk only contains trace levels of the vitamin.

In some populations, the skin produces less vitamin D in reaction to sunshine. They consist of those with darker complexion, especially black people, older individuals, and sunscreen users. It's possible that the body can't absorb enough vitamin D from diet.

People with malabsorption problems are unable to properly absorb lipids. Additionally, because vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin and is typically absorbed in the small intestine together with lipids, they are unable to absorb it. As people age, their bodies may absorb less vitamin D from their intestines.

Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency People of all ages might experience bone pain, weakness, and muscular aches due to vitamin D deficiency.

Tetany, or muscle spasms, might be an infant's initial rickets symptom. When a person has a significant vitamin D deficit, it results in low calcium levels in the blood. Infants born to women who are vitamin D deficient may experience spasms. The face, hands, and feet could be affected by the spasms. Seizures may occur if the spasms are strong.

The entire skull may be mushy in infants with rickets who are still very young. The crevices between the skull bones (fontanelles), which are slower to close in older newborns, can also make it difficult for them to sit and crawl.

How Cholecalciferol helps in restoring vitamins in the body?

When the amount of vitamin D in the diet is insufficient, cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is taken as a dietary supplement. In addition to calcium, cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is used to prevent and cure bone conditions including rickets. The vitamin D analogues drug family includes cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). The body need cholecalciferol for strong bones, muscles, and nerves as well as to maintain the immune system. It functions by encouraging the body to absorb more calcium from meals or supplements.

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