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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Psychosomatic Diseases and Stress-Related Physical Ailments

Question 7 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

Which condition involves a person complaining of multiple physical symptoms over a long period of time without a supporting medical diagnosis?

Answer
A
psychosomatic disease
B
conversion disorder
C
body dysmorphic disorder
D
somatization disorder

Explanation

Somatization disorder involves a long-lasting pattern of multiple physical complaints that are not adequately explained by a medical condition. Conversion disorder typically involves a specific neurological-like symptom, while body dysmorphic disorder centers on perceived flaws in appearance; therefore, the correct choice is somatization disorder.

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