When I go without eating I get tingly?

[Anonymous]

When I go without eating I get tingly.. Like my whole body including my eyeballs. If I eat it goes away. What is this?

Keep in mind its only when I go 3 or 4 days without eating before it happens

Also it never happened before till I went about a month without food one time

[Anonymous]

Uh, it's probably your blood sugar dropping and causing your circulation to slow. You do know, of course, that you're not SUPPOSED to skip eating, right? Going a month without food? Seriously, it's a wonder you didn't die! O_O If I went a few days without food, I'd most likely pass out, because I have a high metabolism. If you're trying to lose weight or something, do it the RIGHT way by exercising! You should NEVER starve yourself like that. (A religious fast is one thing, but even they don't go a whole month!)

[Asker]

Im not purposely doing it I.have a drug problem :/ I know I'm trash. I was just curious as to if thia is some undiagnosed medical problem possibly because the whole house goes as long without and I'm the only one that has this happen

[Opinion Owner]

How are you all starving so much, then? There are government programs and such that can help you get food. There's no reason to be THAT hard up for food, unless you're spending your money on less important things, like internet usage or drugs. Seriously, you need to get some help...NOW. Don't mess around: those are NOT the kind of issues you ignore! Get some help with your drug problem, get some help with the food issue, and see if you can get into a free clinic to see what's going on.

[rockcandy]

Its possible you feel the effects more than the other people because you have a faster metabolism. Keep making yourself eat even if its small stuff like I mentioned below. You will feel so much better. I know you have a lot going on but this physical stuff is just another issue you don't wanna add to the mix. Make sure you remember to eat something, set an alarm if you have to. High protein & sugary foods will give you a good boost. Good luck hun.

[Asker]

Thank you both very much, and its not that we don't have food we have plenty but what I use is an appitite supressent, even if my stomaches growling and my bodies telling me I'm hungry its hard to eat. But I have been making myself eat I definitely do not want to starve myself. Thank you both

[Opinion Owner]

You're most welcome. I understand now why you aren't inclined to eat, if you're taking suppressants. Still, whether you're hungry or not, there is a certain number of calories you need to take in each day if you don't want to risk organ damage and other problems. So, yes, please remember to eat SOMETHING nutritious each day, regardless of whether you're hungry or not. A good protein shake or something like that should be easy to take and supply enough nutrients to keep you going. :)

[Asker]

Thank you :) I will make sure I do, I'm just glad there's nothing seriously wrong I wasn't sure, my grandma said maybe diabetes but I thought that made you tingly from eating the wrong foods lol

[Opinion Owner]

Well, yes, you can get tingling sensations from either of those reasons, and if you're not sure, you should ask a doctor (could be a food allergy, for example). Still, I'd address your appetite issue first, since a lack of vitamins, calories and a dip in your blood sugar will all cause you problems if you aren't eating. A car can't run for long without fuel, and a human body can't run without food.

[journeyman1126]

Are you serious? You know this indicates an eating disorder and I have to call your parents.

Please don't go for longer than a few hours without some protein and carbs or eventually you'll have renal failure, your body will start to eat muscle, then connective tissue, organs, bones, and you'll be hideously skinny and frail before any of that starts if it stays a pattern.

[martyfellow]

When you fast your nerves become more active and sensitive, and this kind of feeling wouldn't be a surprise. That's why some people fast for religious reasons, to gain greater sensitivity and awareness.

[rockcandy]

Sweetie this is very dangerous. You need some help for your anorexia. Its malnutrition...your blood sugar drops way down...it will also make you fatigued. If you don't get help soon your body will get worse. Your hair will fall out and your bones will jut out of you. You will get weaker and might pass out. You'll get hunger pains in your stomach. Soon enough, everyone will notice the emaciation so its best to get help early.

You might also develop vitamin deficiencies and other complications.

[Asker]

I know, I have been making myself eat to avoid this tingy crap its kind of scary. Thank.u tho

[rockcandy]

Oh OK well if its a drug problem that's more managable. I think a good solution is to drink smoothies and protein shakes. That way you can still get some nutrients even when your appetite is low. Odwalla smoothies are great. And you can try munching on some granola bars. Stuff like that will be much easier for you to eat & will help out.

[Asker]

Ok thank you very much :)

u seem like a very sweeet and caring person and that's a quality you don't see often

thanks for not being judgmental I was afraid people would be and I appriciate your answer lots :D

[sweet_18]

Its your body saying "hey, feed me." If you're worried about your weight just eat smaller portions but don't deprive yourself of food. That's not healthy

[joystickhappy]

That would be malnutrition and starvation. You need food. I'm honestly not surprised it doesn't happen faster. What your describing is anorexia. You may need to talk to someone about it. It can kill you over time if you keep not eating.

[Asker]

I know, I'm not purposely not eating I forget till the tingling comes on then I have to force myself. I have bigger problems honestly

[joystickhappy]

You shouldn't have to force yourself to eat you should desire to eat. Somethings not right if you have to force yourself to eat..

[Asker]

Yea I know, I do drugs that supress your appitite I don't purposely or even realize I'm starving myself but ill just make sure I eat so this don't happen anymore, I was just afraid I possibly had some medical condition I was unaware of or something possibly, thank you tho

[Anonymous]

That's your body telling you something is wrong, you need nutrients to sustain it!