Psychiatry

A 35 years old male, with pre-morbid anxious traits & heavy smoker, believes that he has been suffering from 'lung carcinoma' for a year, No significant clinical finding is detected on examination and relevant investigation. He continues to stick to his belief despite evidence to the contrary. In the process, he has spent a huge amount of money, time and energy in getting himself unduly investigated. He is most likely suffering from: