hypochondriasis
/ˌhaɪpəkənˈdraɪəsɪs/
noun
- A mental health condition in which a person is constantly worried that they have a serious illness, even when doctors find no medical problem.
- Treatment for hypochondriasis may include therapy to help manage health-related anxiety.
- People with hypochondriasis often misinterpret normal body sensations as signs of disease.
- Hypochondriasis can cause significant stress and lead to unnecessary medical tests.