Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Washing Hands
Hello Sir,
I am always worried about the possibility of contracting diseases from others. At the same time I worry a lot about others contracting diseases from me. If I come across any one with injuries I worry about myself. If I have injuries I worry about others. I think a lot about the possibilities. Earlier I used to wash my hands once when I come across potential risk factors. Now I am washing hands number of times in a day. This is killing all my productive time and creating problems in life.
Is this curable disease? Please suggest.
Answers (3)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
Hello, thanks for your enquiry. It is called Obsessive compulsive disorder. You are getting fear of contracting a disease in an obsessive manner and do compulsive washing to alleviate your anxiety. It is a vicious cycle and take more and more time of your doing the compulsion. Medicines and Cognitive therapy with exposure response prevention will help you.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced psychiatrist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+107
Hello
Thanks for seeking help.
You have reached the right place
What you have is close obsessive compulsive disorder
Where you get obsessive thoughts like in your hands u will contract disease If you don't wash hands which leads to anxiety and anxiety leads to compulsive act like washing hands. It's. A vicious cycle.
It can be corrected with medication and psychotherapy
Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling
For any query feel free to reach out to me
All the best
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Seema Sharma (PhD)
Counselling Psychologist
26 yrs exp
Delhi
Go for CBT sessions you will get rid of your problem. Your problem is OCD and you need proper diagnosis ,evaluation and treatment of your problem.
Next Steps
Please like my fb page Young India Psychological Solutions.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.