OCD and Related Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition
Obsessive-compulsive symptoms can also occur as a direct consequence of a medical condition, such as brain injury, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, or infections.
OCD and Related Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition
Obsessive-compulsive symptoms can also occur as a direct consequence of a medical condition, such as brain injury, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, or infections. In these cases, the obsessions or compulsions are secondary to the underlying medical issue.
What constitutes this disorder?
Presence of obsessions, compulsions, or related behaviors that are directly linked to a medical condition and not better explained by primary OCD.
Symptoms and warning signs
- New onset OCD-like symptoms following medical illness or injury
- Symptoms closely tied to course of medical condition
- Distress and impairment in functioning
Causes and risk factors
- Brain injury or stroke
- Neurological disorders (e.g., epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease)
- Autoimmune/infectious diseases (e.g., PANDAS in children)
Treatment approaches
- Treating the underlying medical condition
- Psychotherapy (CBT, ERP) for managing symptoms
- Medication (SSRIs, antipsychotics in some cases)
Why Act Center for OCD and Related Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia?
Our experienced consultation-liaison psychiatrists in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia provide integrated care for the OCD symptoms while coordinating treatment for the underlying medical condition.
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