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Why do i feel fat even though i'm underweight? is something wrong with me?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Possibly: Maybe body dysmorphic disorder- or maybe you have a skewed idea about ideal weight.

Dr Minich and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 4/24/2016

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