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Can you be admitted to a hospital for an eating disorder even if you're not underweight?
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Possibly: Bulimia nervosa and morbid obesity can both have serious physical and emotional consequences. A number of factors will be considered when determining if admission is indicated. Take care.
Answered 9/29/2016
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