Hypochondriasis is characterized by motor tics, such as repetitive spasmodic movements of the head and arms, and vocal tics, such as grunting and snorting, and sometimes uncontrollable utterances of profane and obscene words.

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Hypochondriasis is actually a condition where a person has a persistent fear of having a serious medical condition, despite evidence to the contrary. Motor and vocal tics are more commonly associated with Tourette syndrome.

Hypochondriasis Is Characterized by Motor Tics, Such as Repetitive Spasmodic