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I am a severe hypochondriac. every pain, lump or cough has me thinking i have cancer and i'm dying. it has destroyed me. what are some ways to improve?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

This is a: psychiatric problem. You may want to seek help from a Cognative Behavioral Therapist.

Answered 8/29/2017

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A member asked:

I am a severe hypochondriac. every pain, lump or cough has me thinking i have cancer and i'm dying. it has destroyed me. what are some ways to improve?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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