What are the complications of binge eating disorder?

Adapted from National Institutes of Health by ]]>EBSCO Publishing Editorial Staff]]>

The major complications of binge eating disorder are the diseases that accompany obesity. These include diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, gallbladder disease, heart disease, and certain types of cancer.

People with binge eating disorder are extremely distressed by their binge eating. Most have tried to control it on their own but have not succeeded for very long. Some people miss work, school, or social activities to binge eat. Obese people with binge eating disorder often feel bad about themselves, are preoccupied with their appearance, and may avoid social gatherings. Most feel ashamed and try to hide their problem. Often they are so successful that close family members and friends don't know they binge eat.

Source:

National Institutes of Health, 3/00

Last reviewed March 2000 by ]]>EBSCO Publishing Editorial Staff]]>

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