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I'm 19 years old and a hypochondriac. i am being put on an ssri but am worried about the side effects. what are the chances of heart disease and death?

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Dr. Tanya Russo answered

Unlikely: It would be very unlikely for an otherwise healthy young person to experience heart disease or death from anti-depressants in usual doses. Close monitoring for efficacy and side effects is usually employed by your prescribing physician. I hope you are feeling better very soon!

Dr Grin agreed

Answered 10/24/2014

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A member asked:

I'm 19 years old and a hypochondriac. i am being put on an ssri but am worried about the side effects. what are the chances of heart disease and death?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tanya Russo answered

Dr Grin agreed

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