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Diseases treated at the Magwise clinic

Eating disorders and obesity

Eating disorders are severe conditions that affect a person's relationship with food, body weight, and body image.

Eating disorders

There are several types of eating disorders, the most common of which are:

Anorexia nervosa: People suffering from anorexia nervosa are characterized by an unhealthy obsession with losing weight and restricting caloric intake. These people are often severely underweight, fear gaining weight, and have a distorted body image.

Bulimia: Bulimia is a condition in which a person has recurrent binges, followed by various compensatory methods such as vomiting, using laxatives, or excessive exercise. People with bulimia nervosa often feel they have lost control over their eating.

Binge Eating Disorder, (BED): People with binge eating disorder have recurrent episodes of binge eating where they devour a large amount of food and feel out of control. However, unlike bulimia nervosa, people with BED do not use compensatory methods.

Eating disorder

Symptoms:

Symptoms of an eating disorder can vary depending on the type of disorder, but some common symptoms include:

  • An unhealthy obsession with weight, body, and food.
  • Distorted body image.
  • Excessive calorie restriction.
  • Fatigue and lack of energy.
  • Mood swings, anxiety, depression.
  • Problems with concentration and cognitive functioning.
  • Issues related to the digestive system, such as heartburn, constipation, or digestive problems.

Treatment

Eating disorder treatment is multifaceted and includes both physical and psychological interventions. It is essential to consult a team of specialists who can tailor a treatment plan to individual needs.
  • Psychotherapy: Psychoeducational therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) are often used to treat eating disorders.
  • Drug treatment: In some cases, your doctor may prescribe drug therapy to manage accompanying symptoms such as depression or anxiety.
  • Brain neurostimulation - numerous studies show the beneficial effect of rTMS prefrontal cortex stimulation in reducing the symptoms of BED
  • Nutritional support: Working with a nutritionist specializing in eating disorders can help you establish a healthy relationship with food and restore your nutritional balance.

Obesity

Obesity is a condition characterized by an excessive amount of body fat. It is a chronic disease that can lead to serious health consequences.

Symptoms of obesity

  • Excess weight: Obese people tend to weigh much more than average for their age, height, and gender.
  • Increased waist circumference: Central obesity, which is excessive fat accumulation around the abdomen, can lead to an increase in waist circumference.
  • Difficulty in movement: Excessive body weight can cause problems in performing daily activities, reduced physical capacity, and limited range of motion.
  • Respiratory problems: Obesity can lead to respiratory problems such as obstructive sleep apnea, where breathing stops periodically during sleep.
  • Metabolic disorders: Obesity is often associated with metabolic diseases such as insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and elevated cholesterol.

Obesity treatment

Treatment of obesity is aimed at reducing excess body weight and improving health. Here are some approaches to treating obesity:
  • Changing your lifestyle: Changing your eating habits and increasing physical activity are vital to treating obesity. A balanced diet, limiting caloric intake, avoiding processed foods, and regular exercise are recommended.
  • Weight Loss Programs: There are specific weight loss programs that may include nutritional education, psychological support, progress monitoring, and individual counseling.
  • Drug therapy: In some cases, your doctor may prescribe medications to help you lose weight by reducing your appetite or fat absorption.
  • Bariatric surgery: In extreme cases where obesity is a severe health risk, your doctor may recommend surgery, such as sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass, to reduce stomach capacity or change the way it is absorbed
  • Neurostimulation of the brain with the rTMS method - TMS therapy has been proven to be effective in reducing impulsive behavior associated with obesity, which results in weight loss.

Treatment for eating disorders and obesity available at Magwise

  • pharmacotherapy under the supervision of a psychiatrist
  • TMS neurostimulation (transcranial magnetic stimulation)
  • Treatment for eating disorders and obesity available at Magwise
  • Pharmacotherapy under the supervision of a specialist psychiatrist
  • TMS Neurostimulation (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation)

  • Cavicchioli M, Sarzetto A, Erzegovesi S, Ogliari A. Is Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (RTMS) a Promising Therapeutic Intervention for Eating Disorders and Obesity? Clinical Considerations Based on a Meta-Analytic Review. Clin Neuropsychiatry. 2022 Oct; PMCID: PMC9597650.
  • Luzi L, Gandini S, Massarini S, Bellerba F, Terruzzi I, Senesi P, Macrì C, Ferrulli A. Reduction of impulsivity in patients receiving deep transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment for obesity. Endocrine. 2021 Dec; PMCID: PMC8571225.

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