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    Nov 13, 2012, 11:49 AM
    Eating disorder/heart palpitations... advice?
    I have accidentally developed an eating disorder... I had a history of substance abuse so when I would take (pills) I didn't eat much. It is now about 6 months later and I can't eat. I realized it was a problem when I started to get weak and I was told my body was now eating away at my muscles. Well starting two days ago I started getting the heart palpitations ( so I read ) the pain has increased in my chest, and as of last night I have had experience with shortness of breath accompanied with all the other symptoms. (heart jumping, pain in chest upper muscle spasms/pain) My mother would like me to go to the ER but I'm not sure if it will be worth it! Please give me advice on if the ER can actually help.
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    Nov 13, 2012, 11:50 AM
    How old are you? What about going to a doctor in his office (soon)?
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    Nov 13, 2012, 12:07 PM
    The ER is definitely where you should go. Heart palpitations and shortness of breath are warning signs. Do as your mom wants, please.
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