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My son has a mental disorder and now an eating disorder and i would like to know what weight should i be concerned about to take him to see a doctor ? he will 22 years in 2 months and weighs right now 127 pounds . he lost around 25pounds so far ..
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When possible: An eating disorder to this degree is not something you can handle at home. Take him is as soon as a space is available. The urgent care entrance of a mental hospital may be a reasonable source of screening given the two issues overlap. This can be fatal if not addressed properly.
Answered 10/1/2019
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