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Binge eating is an eating disorder characterized by eating more than a person needs d to satisfy hunger . It is a feature of bulimia , a disorder that also includes abnormal perception of body image, constant craving fo...

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Symptoms
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Eating Too Fast
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Causes
Bulimia (while this disorder often begins during or after strict dieting, and may be caused by stress related to insuff...
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Tests
BED is usually diagnosed and treated by a psychiatrist and/or a psychologist. In addition to an interview with the pati...
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Treatments
Take measures to reduce stress and improve overall health. Medication is usually not necessary for this disorder. Howev...
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Drugs
  • fluoxetine
  • paroxetine
  • sertraline
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Alternative Therapies
  • Aromatherapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Biofeedback
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Risk Factors
  • Major Depression
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality disorder
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Complications
  • Diabetes
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Obesity
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Prevention
  • Family education
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Doctor Specialties
bulimia is suspected.
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