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Medical Conditions - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common and uncontrollable mental disorder where a person has a need to repeat some actions (compulsion) or keeps having specific thoughts (obsession) repeatedly. Obsessive habits include washing hands frequently, keep counting things, arranging things in a particular order, etc. Fear of germs and constant awareness of breathing are examples of compulsive behavior.

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Is the repetitive handwashing and checking behavior exhibited by a 27-year-old woman a cause of concern?

Hi, I am here to help you with your health queries. I read about your concern in detail. Thank you for seeking help from a psychiatrist.

Suffering from OCD. Please help me if I can take Prozak and what will be the dosage?

Hi, Thanks for posting a query at icliniq. First of all I would like to inform you that OCD like symptoms occur in various disorders other than OCD itself.

How is psychotherapy used in the treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder(OCD)?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you might be aware, OCD is a chronic, relapsing, and debilitating disorder.

Why do I have obsessive thoughts about appearance?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am glad that it is good that you are paying attention to changes in your body.

How to manage childhood OCD symptoms?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you are right. You have obsessive-compulsive disorder. The medicine you told is also correct. You should not treat yourself.

Why do I mentally repeat conversations and feel restless?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns.

How do I manage a painless lump above my left clavicle at 19?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You are being very proactive by planning to see a doctor, which is absolutely the right step.

How can I overcome depression and obsessive thoughts?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.I think that at the age of 20 to 30 years ,it is common for a girl to think about a guy.

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