Diagnosis of Eating DisordersMichael Jubinville, MPH Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and health history. This will involve questions about your eating habits and how you control your weight. Each eating disorder has its own group of symptoms and food habits. These, along with a physical exam, may point to an eating disorder. TestsYou may have:
Psychological ExamA series of certain tests and questionnaires will be done. These check you for eating disorders and other mental health problems. Depression and anxiety are common in people with eating disorders. These, along with other test results and your physical exam, will help the doctor confirm a diagnosis. AnorexiaAnorexia may cause:
BulimiaBulimia may cause:
Binge Eating DisorderBinge eating disorder (BED) may cause:
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