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I'm starting to ruin my life by a fear of illness i've wash my hands constantly i worry about if my food is safe so i dont drink or eat as much as i should i'm constantly in stress how can i fix this and preferably without medication?
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You need to see a health care provider who specializes in compulsive disorders.
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Recommend seeking counseling program and have witnessed amazing outcomes with Cognitive Behavioral approaches
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