When stress shows up in the body
Many people have real physical symptoms, such as headaches, stomach problems, body pain, tiredness, breathlessness or weakness, where tests come back normal or do not fully explain the problem. Stress, anxiety and emotions can cause or worsen these symptoms.
Conditions we treat
- Somatic symptom disorder: ongoing body symptoms with a lot of worry about them
- Health anxiety (illness anxiety disorder): constant fear of having a serious disease
- Conversion disorder: weakness, fits or loss of function without a physical cause
- Adjustment disorder: strong distress after a major life change such as a job loss, move or breakup
How it is treated
Dr. Deeksha Rohilla reviews your medical reports, works with your other doctors when needed, and avoids unnecessary repeat tests. Treatment includes explaining the mind-body link, CBT, stress management and, if needed, medicines for anxiety or low mood. Her background in liaison psychiatry helps with these problems.