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 873 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. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Katherine Mawcinitt Backmann
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
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.