Hypochondriasis
Alternate Names : Hypochondria
What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?
The person is convinced that he or she has a have a serious disease. Individuals with this condition will often be well informed about illnesses, diagnoses and treatments. Usually, they have had seen several healthcare providers as they try to discover the cause for their symptoms. Symptoms may be very vague or quite specific. The exact symptoms can vary and shift, but may include:
sleep disorders such as insomnia
sexual dysfunction, including erectile dysfunction
stomach problems such as bloating, belching, and cramps
Other characteristics of hypochodriasis include:
anxiety
symptoms that are present for at least 6 months
excessive concern over having a disease, so that it interferes with normal functioning. For example, the person may not be able to go to school or work.
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