Eating disorders recovery and dealing with body changes.

I wanted to do a little video about my recent experience in hospital, and mainly the changes I faced in my body with Edema. Edema is swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in your body's tissues. I was severely de-hydrated, malnourished and weak due to the milk alkali syndrome combined with Covid and had to be pumped through with 18 litres of water/saline and also had to be put on a drip to restore my potassium levels. It was vital the hospital helped get my kidneys working again and by doing so my body felt like it blew up overnight. This brought back a lot of memories of facing this when I had an eating disorder. I wanted to share how I dealt with this now I am not in the grips of an eating disorder in the hope that my experience will help anyone who is on their journey to recovery.
The body can be a miracle worker and will fight for you, remember these changes are temporary and will pass.
I really hope this helps. Trust the process, remember your evidence pot and know you are not alone. we at www.seed.charity are here if you need us.
You matter x

[@dennisoaten7460]

So inspiring Thank you Gemma

[@Gemma10O]

@@dennisoaten7460 hugs xxx

[@meganmclarnon3998]

Hi gemma. I hope your well. Thank you so much for your videos in currently going through recovery and experiencing edema its so uncomfortable and also sore. Im just giving myself time to rest and heal. It feels like it will last forever but with your videos i feel much better that it will fade. X

[@Gemma10O]

@@meganmclarnon3998 bless you! It will get easier I promise. Your body is just protecting you a little that's all and it will pass I swear. You matter 😘 xxx

[@wesleylewis7063]

Hi Gemma I'm sending you lots of love and ❤️❤️❤️❤️ and Gemma you are one very lovely lady. Wes xxxx

[@2002ChrisK]

Hey Gemma what a relief to see you out of hospital and looking so well! It must have brought back so many memories for you and your family while you were so ill. Please don't rush your physical recovery as your body has been through so much. Be kind to yourself and take care. As always words of inspiration and a kindness and concern for others. You're a superstar :) Chris x

[@Gemma10O]

@@2002ChrisK bless you!! Xx

[@autismguy2060]

Hi Gemma 👋

[@Nick-ms4sb]

Hi Gemma how's things now? U OK x