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What to do about hypochondriac self i am scared to death i have worms ?

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Med and psych Eval.: Step One: Physical evaluation to be sure that you don't have any medical or skin problems Step Two: Psychiatric evaluation and treatment.

Answered 5/29/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

A/W Dr. Blumenfield: Worms need to be ruled out. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is often the most effective approach to treating hypochondria. Psychoeducation and exposure therapy have been used as well as treatment with antidepressant medications when warranted.

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