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If someone is sick i got very afraid&anxious about him and i have bad and maximized thoughts about the cause of sickness what to do? plz answer thnx

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Hard to understand: I know you want an answer, so I'll try. He needs to see a Dr. Maybe you can go with him and ask questions too. Otherwise there is little to say. Help him find a Dr. Good luck!

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/28/2016

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