Beverly Hills, CA
A 22-year-old male asked:

How can i get rid of health anxiety? how can i stop being paranoid about my health? it is so easy now to diagnose oneself over the internet..

2 doctor answers4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Maya Porrino
Family Medicine 18 years experience
See a doctor: Best thing to do is see you primary care doctor for a physical exam, and to address any concerns you may have. She can give you reassurance if everything checks out ok.
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Dr. Shah Nawaz
Psychiatry 37 years experience
Professional help: Get professional help instead reading on internet and making your self sick.
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Last updated Oct 4, 2016

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