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Is anxiety common for someone recovering from moderate chronic illness?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not uncommon: Having a significant illness can be life- changing. It may kindle fear of pain, impairment, diminished quality of life, lack of control & fear of recurrence. One may closely self- monitor symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy may be quite helpful for this.

Answered 11/27/2017

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