Mac Has Been to Numerous Doctors Regarding the Pain in His

question 32

Multiple Choice

Mac has been to numerous doctors regarding the pain in his hips and knees. Although Mac is clearly experiencing pain in these areas, the doctors can find no sign of arthritis or muscular damage. Mac may be experiencing

• A)Munchausen syndrome by proxy.
• B)a type of anxiety disorder known as an obsessive pain disorder.
• C)somatic symptom disorder.
• D)a psychosomatic illness.

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Definitions:

Vitamin C

A water-soluble vitamin found in various fruits and vegetables, essential for the repair of tissue and enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters.

Scurvy

A disease resulting from a deficiency of vitamin C, characterized by swollen bleeding gums, bruising, joint pain, and general weakness.

Magnesium

A mineral and a key component of many enzymes, playing a critical role in various physiological processes including muscle and nerve function, blood sugar control, and blood pressure regulation.

Carbon Dioxide Metabolism

The process by which living organisms produce energy through the oxidation of carbon dioxide, or its involvement in photosynthesis in plants.