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Does Vyvanse Help In Treating Binge Eating Disorder?
Question: I'm considering asking a physician about vyvanse for binge eating disorder. I don't have a PCP at the moment. But I wonder if I make an appointment with a primary physician to ask about the drug...would they refer me to a specialist?
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks very much for your question.
It would be wise and recommended to speak first to a primary care physician about starting this medication. Often, primary care doctors will prescribe this themselves. However, for a more intensive and expert approach, they may refer you to a psychiatrist for more in-depth diagnosis and treatment. The first step is to reach out to a primary care doctor to begin the discussion. Vyvanse can be helpful for binge eating disorder indeed.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks very much for your question.
It would be wise and recommended to speak first to a primary care physician about starting this medication. Often, primary care doctors will prescribe this themselves. However, for a more intensive and expert approach, they may refer you to a psychiatrist for more in-depth diagnosis and treatment. The first step is to reach out to a primary care doctor to begin the discussion. Vyvanse can be helpful for binge eating disorder indeed.
Please rate and close this answer when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private link below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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