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I have anxiety disorder / fear of getting ill, what to do?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Have you had a : Formal psychiatric evaluation. This is a great place to start (if not already done). Cognitive behavioral therapy can be effective for treatment of anxiety and unrealistic fears of illness. Sometimes psychiatric medications are also indicated.

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Answered 2/9/2014

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