Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions regarding eating disorders:

1. What is your experience and how long have you been treating eating disorders?
   
   
2. How will you determine if I have an eating disorder?
   
   
3. What type of eating disorder do I have?
   
   
4. What causes or triggers eating disorders?
   
   
5. Can I die from my eating disorder?
   
   
6. How will you treat my eating disorder?
   
   
7. How long will the treatment process take?
   
   
8. Will I need to take medications to treat my eating disorder?
   
   
9. Should I receive therapy? What type of therapy would be best for me?
   
   
10. I have a family member or friend with an eating disorder. What are the best ways to help her/him?