After Extensive Negative Medical Testing, Woody Is Still Convinced That

question 51

Multiple Choice

After extensive negative medical testing, Woody is still convinced that he has a brain tumor that may lead to his demise, even though his only symptom is occasional blurred vision. He may be suffering from

• A) illness anxiety disorder.
• B) body dysmorphic disorder.
• C) conversion disorder.
• D) somatic symptom disorder.

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