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Can worrying too much about a certain disease or illness cause actual physical symptoms related to the certain disease?
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Possible: The mind has powerful influence on the body functions...In med school, while studying different diseases, some students develop "vicarious illnesses". This also happens with the "placebo effect"...Men whose wives are pregnant may experience "pseudo-pregnancy symptoms"...Best to talk with your family doc about your fears and possible referral for counseling.
Answered 12/22/2012
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