People Who Suffer from Imaginary Diseases or Illnesses Have

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Multiple Choice

People who suffer from imaginary diseases or illnesses have

• A)somatic symptom disorders.
• B)psychosomatic illnesses.
• C)dissociative disorders.
• D)a generalized anxiety disorder.

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Definitions:

Ascites

The accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, causing abdominal swelling. Often associated with liver disease, such as cirrhosis.

Splenomegaly

An abnormal enlargement of the spleen, which can be caused by various diseases or conditions affecting the spleen's ability to filter blood.

Cholecystitis

Inflammation of the gallbladder, often caused by gallstones blocking the cystic duct, leading to pain, fever, and sometimes infection.

Murphy Sign

A physical examination finding that is positive when there is pain upon palpation of the gallbladder area, suggestive of cholecystitis or another gallbladder disease.