Hypochondria
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Hypochondria refers to an intense and persistent worry about having a serious illness, which continues despite medical evaluations that find no problem to justify it.
How it shows up: It usually includes constant attention to bodily sensations, repeated seeking of reassurance, or frequent visits, with distress that affects daily life.
Common causes: Emotional factors and the handling of anxiety play a role, and they differ in each person.
Which specialist treats it? The psychologist and the psychiatrist are the professionals who support this type of concern. If worry about health causes constant distress, talking it over with a mental health professional can be a good starting point.
Data on 807 doctors who treat hypochondria
Which specialist treats hypochondria?
Hypochondria should be addressed by a psychologist or a psychiatrist, specialists in mental health. A general practitioner can give you an initial assessment and rule out physical causes. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hypochondria
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Paola Muñoz Alejandre
Dr. Gisela Patricia Trinidad Santos
Dr. Rosa Juárez
Dr. Alejandro García Ramírez
Dr. Alejandro Soto
Dr. Daniela González
Dr. Victoria Lozada Saucillo
Dr. Isabel Alvarado Garza Lic Daniela
Dr. Alma Patricia Beas Ramos
Dr. Cynthia Lineth Gámez Vega
Dr. Alejandra Campos Zertuche
Dr. Carlos Arturo Moreno De la Rosa
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. Janet del Carmen Tadeo Valdiviezo
Frequently asked questions
What is hypochondria?
Hypochondria refers to an intense and persistent worry about having a serious illness, which continues despite medical evaluations that find no problem to justify it.
Which doctor treats hypochondria?
Hypochondria should be addressed by a psychologist or a psychiatrist, specialists in mental health. A general practitioner can give you an initial assessment and rule out physical causes. Find these specialists.