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What is Somatization disorder?

Somatization disorder is a chronic condition in which there are numerous physical complaints. These complaints can last for years, and result in substantial impairment. The physical symptoms are caused by psychological problems, and no underlying physical problem can be identified.

Alternative Names:

Briquet's syndrome

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Posts on Somatization disorder (354)

Somatization Disorder?!? - Anxiety Community

- Dec 08, 2009

Hi there, last friday I was diagnosed with "somatization disorder" after an extensive ev...

very worried abou slightly elevated alp and back chest pain..is it bone cancer? Doctors response would be appreciated - Chronic Pain Expert Forum

- May 04, 2009

I am a 40 year old male, a non smoker 5'11 190 pounds. I suffer from depression, anxiety, a...

Hypochondria, MS, Somatization disorder, or what? - Mental Health Expert Forum

- Sep 17, 2007

My problems started back in 1998 with migraines (mom and granfather have them), then in 200...

Extreme far-sightedness in child - Eye Care Community

- Apr 24, 2007

I have a three year old son who I took to a vision center today after just realizing he was...

Spermicide allergy? - Allergy Community

- Feb 25, 2007

My boyfriend and I used a condom with spermicide for the first time. A few days later, he d...

Which, if any, specialty to I choose? - Dental Health Community

- May 19, 2007

About 20 years ago, my dentist replaced my four front upper teeth with crowns for aesthetic...

Hamster Problem - Pocket Pets & Small Animals Community

- Apr 11, 2008

Hi: We have a chinese dwarf hamster who is approx. 7 months old. She's been growing wel...

Difference between Somatization Disorder and Somatoform Disorders - Mental Health Expert Forum

- Apr 12, 2008

Hello Everyone, I was just diagnosed with Somatization Disorder. I just turned 33 and I'm...

cold and hot sensation in brain - Neurology Community

- Feb 20, 2008

hi my mother is suffering from a problem ,i need your help,she is complain of burning and s...

Tension Headaches/Weakness - Mental Health Expert Forum

- Dec 09, 1999

About a monty ago I started experiencing what I believe are tension headaches. No real pain...

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