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Is Schizophrenia spreadable disease? One of my close friend is suffering from Schizophrenia for many years. We often meet. Is there a chance of this disease to be spread to me? Please help.
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Dear Kumaresan, Schizophrenia does not spread from your friend to anyone. On the other hand you are doing a valuable service by meeting and being friendly with someone living with schizophrenia. Continue to do since your close friend might have difficulty in socialisation.
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It may be heriditary to some family.
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