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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Psychosomatic Diseases and Stress-Related Physical Ailments

Question 17 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

If a person always believes he has a chronic illness, he may suffer from which disorder?

Answer
A
conversion disorder
B
hypochondriasis
C
body dysmorphic disorder
D
pain disorder

Explanation

Hypochondriasis involves persistent fear or belief that one has a serious illness, even when medical evaluation does not support that belief. The choice that describes this pattern is hypochondriasis. Conversion disorder involves neurological-like symptoms, while body dysmorphic disorder centers on perceived flaws in appearance.

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