Hypochondriasis

What are the symptoms of Hypochondriasis?

Symptoms of hypochondriasis include: Preoccupation with having serious illness Misinterpretation of body symptoms Persistent fear despite medical reassurance Absence of delusions or psychosis ....

What is the prognosis of Hypochondriasis?

Some patients respond well to medication, psychotherapy or both. If the person has anxiety or depression that responds to treatment with medication, the prognosis can be quite good. Otherwise, a perso....

Hypochondriasis: When to seek medical help?

People with hypochondriasis tend to contact health care professionals readily. However, they usually do not want to see mental health professionals because they fear that people view their medical sym....

What is the diagnosis of Hypochondriasis?

The diagnosis usually is suspected by a primary care physician and confirmed by a psychiatrist or other mental health professional, although the patient often refuses to see a mental health clinician.....

What is the treatment of Hypochondriasis?

Since people with hypochondriasis may also have depression, anxiety or psychosis, these conditions should be evaluated and treated.   The symptoms of hypochondriasis may be relieved by an antidep....