Bulimia
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Starting with the specialist helps to understand this condition: bulimia is treated mainly by the psychiatrist and the psychologist, since it is an eating disorder of emotional and mental origin. It is characterized by episodes of excessive food intake followed by behaviors to avoid weight gain, such as self-induced vomiting.
What accompanies it: It is usually related to an intense preoccupation with weight and body image, along with feelings of guilt or loss of control.
When to seek help? It is advisable to approach care when these episodes become recurrent or affect physical health, mood, or daily life.
Comprehensive support: The nutritionist and the internal medicine physician complement the treatment of the physical condition. If you recognize these signs in yourself or someone close to you, talking about it with a mental health professional is a valuable step.
Data on 9,341 doctors who treat bulimia
Which specialist treats bulimia?
Bulimia is mainly addressed by a pediatrician in teenagers or an internist in adults, with support from a psychologist for emotional care and a dietitian for nutritional guidance. If you have episodes of binge eating followed by purging, see a psychologist, pediatrician, or internist.
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Doctors specialized in bulimia
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Frequently asked questions
What is bulimia?
Starting with the specialist helps to understand this condition: bulimia is treated mainly by the psychiatrist and the psychologist, since it is an eating disorder of emotional and mental origin. It is characterized by episodes of excessive food intake followed by behaviors to avoid weight gain, suc...
Which doctor treats bulimia?
Bulimia is mainly addressed by a pediatrician in teenagers or an internist in adults, with support from a psychologist for emotional care and a dietitian for nutritional guidance. If you have episodes of binge eating followed by purging, see a psychologist, pediatrician, or internist.