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A 20-year-old male asked:
I think i have hiv obsession or ocd. should i come to psychiatrist, psychologist or someone else. these thoughts are affecting my life so much?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 54 years experience
Perhaps start with a psychiatrist, who could provide medications to stabilize current turmoil. Counseling will add to benefits. Would recommend meditation regularly, but also aerobic exercises. All of these together should assist significantly. This can be turned around.
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Reviewed Apr 21, 2022
Dr. Patricia Allamon commented
Family Medicine 19 years experience
This is very common in your age group. I do recommend both a cognitive behavioral therapist and a psychiatrist to evaluate for therapeutic medications.
Apr 21, 2022
Last updated Apr 26, 2022
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