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Have severe ocd of health concerns & extreme anxiety which meds have highest rate of controlling and least side effects ?
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OCD is one type of: an anxiety disorder. IF you have that it is very treatable. There are mental health professionals who specialize in the treatment of OCD. Although anti-depressants can play a role in treatment, please don't use them w/out good psychotherapy. OCD can manifest in health fears. Peace and good health.
Answered 8/15/2017
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