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In ocd, person have washing habit , then as a sideeffects he will have fear of other urine does this fear also remain after the habit gone?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If not properly: treated, obsessive thoughts could remain even if a particular compulsive behavior was extinguished.

Answered 11/6/2014

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Phobia: It is always important to keep in mind that a psychological symptom may be caused by an underlying physical disorder. A physical disorder should be ruled out before undertaking a psychological course of treatment. Psychologically, the cause is unique to the individual and benefits from exploration in psychotherapy with a clinical psychologist.

Answered 5/7/2017

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