Can extreme intrusive thoughts wax and wane over time but not get better?

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I’ve noticed that my extremely disturbing extrusive thoughts can get better (ie milder) and I think I’m getting a handle on my OCD. But then, for no reason, they come back again in full force. This seems like a cruel trick of nature and just when I think I’m getting better, they get worse again. Is this typical of OCD?

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