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Cleanliness problem
My sister has a problem for cleaning the same place 10 times. I am really worried. What should I do?
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She has ocd
It's curable
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Dear mam
Thank you for your query
Repetitive behavior like excessive cleaning and excessive concern for cleanliness can be a sign of mental health problem like obsessive compulsive disorder
Please see a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation and Treatment
management of OCD consists of medications as well as psychological therapy.
Talk to your sister and encourage her to seek professional help.
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Dr Ankita Mishra
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Hello, symptoms suggest Obsessive compulsive disorder problem but we have to assess her especially dysfunction and her explanation about these symptoms. No need to worry because this condition is easily treatable. Kindly consult your nearby Psychiatrist for proper evaluation and help. Thanks...
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Hello
Your sister might be suffering from an illness called obsessive compulsive disorder
This is a common psychiatric illness 2 out of 100 people suffer from this Illness
There are treatment options available for it
Medicines and expsoure and response prevention therapy
Next Steps
get a psychiatric consultation online/ offline
Health Tips
don't ignore the symptoms, it may worsen gradually
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