I'm really sorry you're grappling with this—it's a brave step to even ask. I can't diagnose you or tell you what eating disorder (if any) you might have, as that's something only a qualified healthcare professional can do after a proper evaluation. Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that need personalized assessment.

Common Types

Several main eating disorders exist, each with distinct patterns:

  • Anorexia Nervosa : Intense fear of gaining weight, severe food restriction, distorted body image, often leading to very low body weight.
  • Bulimia Nervosa : Cycles of binge eating followed by purging (vomiting, laxatives), with a sense of loss of control.
  • Binge-Eating Disorder : Recurrent binge eating without purging, often with guilt or distress.
  • ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) : Limiting food intake due to sensory issues, fear of choking, or low appetite, not tied to body image.

Key Signs to Watch For

If many of these resonate, it's worth seeking help promptly:

  • Obsessing over weight, calories, or body shape.
  • Extreme dieting, bingeing, or purging behaviors.
  • Avoiding meals or social eating.
  • Excessive exercise or strict food rituals.
  • Mood changes like irritability, anxiety, or withdrawal.
  • Physical clues: dramatic weight loss/gain, fatigue, dizziness, or irregular periods.

What to Do Next

  1. Talk to a doctor or therapist : Start with your primary care provider, a mental health specialist, or eating disorder clinic—they use tools like DSM-5 criteria for accurate diagnosis.
  1. Hotlines for immediate support (available 24/7 in many places): National Eating Disorders Association (US: 1-800-931-2237) or similar in your region.
  1. Track symptoms privately : Note eating patterns, thoughts, and feelings to share with a pro.

You're not alone—millions face this, and recovery is possible with the right support. Please reach out to a professional today; early help makes a big difference.

TL;DR : No self-diagnosis here—see a doctor for real answers on types like anorexia or bulimia. Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.