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The number of young ladies trying to findtreatment method for eating disorders rose by almost 200 last 12 months, reaching close to 1,500, based on calculated results.

Issues with bulimia and anorexia caused 1,447 young women to consult their nurse practitioner or general physician, and 222 of these young women were under the age of 18.

The total is up from 1,279 the previous year, although it is lower than the 1,526 recorded in 2005-06.

The figures were revealed by Public Health Minister Shona Robison in answer to a parliamentary question from Liberal Democrat health spokesman Ross Finnie.

In 2008-09, males aged 10 to 30 were discharged from hospital after being diagnosed with an eating disorder, with four treated in psychiatric hospitals.

Mr Finnie urged the Scottish Government to improve care for this "vulnerable" group of people. He said: "Scotland's battle with the bulge is widely reported, but eating disorders, which can be just as serious, often go unnoticed.

"Eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia can be just as lethal as obesity if left untreated. That's why these figures that show a rise in the number of young women approaching their GP or practice nurse for help with eating disorders are so concerning.

"We know that Scotland is lagging behind the rest of the UK when it comes to proper support and diagnosis. The Health Secretary must reflect on these figures and take steps to improve care for these vulnerable people."

A spokeswoman for the Scottish Government, said in reply: "In partnership with the NHS boards and those working with them, we are in the process of enhancing services available to individuals with eating disorders, and the support to them and their loved ones, with the ultimate goal of helping them to conquer their disorders.

Along with our commitment to this support and service, we are advancing care in the area of the psychological elements of eating disorders, which will result in enhanced response to depression accompanying these conditions."

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