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I am a hypochondriac, i'm scared to death i have worms, what to do?
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If you have true: Signs of a parasite infection - get this medically ruled out. But if you tend to worry about catching everything under the sun - consider cognitive behavioral therapy. Take care.
Answered 4/27/2015
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