Eating disorders are common behavioral disorders associated with substantial psychological and physical morbidity and mortality. Persons with eating disorders frequently present to primary care providers, who may also be responsible for their general medical management. This article reviews the diagnosis, medical assessment, and treatment of the most common eating disorders.
Use this to:
- Review the presentation of eating disorders.
- Review the currently available therapeutic strategies for different eating disorders. Consider the roles of primary care physicians in the treatment of patients with eating disorders.
- Study the indications for hospitalization of a patient with an eating disorder.
- Test your knowledge by completing the quiz that accompanies the article and then review the correct answers.
In the Clinic is a feature of Annals of Internal Medicine which includes practical reviews about the management of common clinical conditions.
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