Do you have unwanted thoughts troubling you take help and be at your best Dr Rohan jahagirdar MD --Excessive thoughts (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviours (compulsions). Common More than 1 million cases per year (India) Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong Requires a medical diagnosis Lab tests or imaging not required Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterised by unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead to compulsive behaviours. OCD often centres on themes such as a fear of germs or the need to arrange objects in a specific manner. Symptoms usually begin gradually and vary throughout life. Treatment includes talk therapy, medication or both.