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Is this a serious illness or is hypochondria a symptom of post-partum depression?

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Dr. Susan Uhrich answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

"Hypochondria": Can be a symptom of any severe depression, particularly depression with anxiety. The depression and anxiety are serious illnesses!

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/7/2016

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