is hypothyroid linked to bulimia?

[kitty290]

This is hard for me to admit, but I had a bout of bulimia after controlling it for many years and it was after that that my TSH went to 12.7.  The last time my level was higher than boarder-line was before I got help for my eating disorder.

[stella5349]

Eating disorders can be linked with thyroid problems. Usually a person has the eating disorder first and then the problems  (repercussions) follow.

The thyroid is a very sensitive gland and can damage itself if we do not take care of our bodies. I think it can be more of a warning signal of more serious issues to come - if we do not take a step back and start to take care of ourselves correctly.

[kgill78]

I didn't get hypothyroidism until after I became bulimic also.  I don't know if it's related or not.  It would make sense though.

[Jaanyvr]

I have had bulimia for over 15 years (in recovery but still fighting it daily) and I have Graves.. I have never had a conflict between the two.
I slip every once and a while too.. don't be hard on your self!