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Which Doctor Is To Be Consulted For Binge Eating Disorder?

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Posted on Tue, 28 Jul 2015
Question: What kind of doctor should I see to get prescribed medication for binge eating disorder?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary (24 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
See a psychiatrist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.

Binge eating disorder are dealt by psychiatrists as there is psychological component in its causation. You need to visit a psychiatrist for prescription as well as counselling.

I hope this answers your question.
Thanks and regards
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Dr. Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary

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Which Doctor Is To Be Consulted For Binge Eating Disorder?

Brief Answer: See a psychiatrist Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for using Healthcaremagic. Binge eating disorder are dealt by psychiatrists as there is psychological component in its causation. You need to visit a psychiatrist for prescription as well as counselling. I hope this answers your question. Thanks and regards