A 28-year-old woman is seen for obesity management. She has struggled with her weight since adolescence and has used multiple self-directed weight loss approaches. Her diet is notable for feeling distressed about a lack of control when she eats and consumes large volumes of food, particularly in the evening hours. The patient is 160 cm (5 feet 2 inches) tall and weighs 81.5 kg (179.7 lbs.); BMI is 32 kg/m2. Waist circumference is 78 cm (30.7 inches). Pulse is 68/min and blood pressure is 120/70 mm Hg. The patient appears self-conscious during the examination which is otherwise unremarkable. What is the most likely diagnosis?
[Answered]: A 28-year-old woman is seen for obesity management
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