I don’t really like talking about my personal life on here, but given how rare it is for people to be open about this (let alone men) I think it’s important.
I have bulimia. I’ve struggled with this disorder for about 4 or 5 years now. I never wanted to tell anyone because the last time I did, I got laughed at and told I was “too overweight” to have an eating disorder. But this is exactly why I think it’s important for me to come out on this one. Eating disorders aren’t strictly a “women’s issue” nor does having an eating disorder mean you’re deathly thin.
This year I finally sought help for my bulimia after four years and I hope that anyone who is struggling will do the same. I’m not posting this for sympathy, I’m posting it because these disorders are miserable to have and if I can push even one person to seeking help it’s worth it.
Hey friend, I hope all is well. I also had / have an ED as a man, so does my brother, hah!
I also struggled with the same issues you had, I never told anyone because I never “looked” the part. I would skip meals for multiple days then binge in the middle of the night after breaking, there’s always that feeling of food guilt in the back of my head still.
Please look into the effects of bulimia if you haven’t already. Excessive vomiting causes throat cancer. I wish you the best in your recovery!