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Psychosomatic aspects of Diabetes Mellitus

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While diabetes is a metabolic disorder, stress and emotional factors can influence blood sugar levels and disease management.

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Hypochondriasis

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A condition characterized by excessive concern and anxiety about having a serious illness, despite medical reassurance and lack of diagnostic findings.

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Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)

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Seizures that occur due to psychological factors rather than an underlying neurological issue, and are not associated with abnormal brain electrical activity.

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Eating Disorders

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Disorders characterized by abnormal eating habits which can include excessive or insufficient food intake, often tied to psychological factors and stress.

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Tension Headaches

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Headaches caused or exacerbated by stress and mental or emotional conflicts, presenting as dull, aching head pain.

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Pain Disorder

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Pain disorder is when a person experiences severe pain that is primarily influenced by psychological factors and the pain causes significant distress and impairment.

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Psychosomatic aspects of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

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Chronic digestive disease where stomach acid or bile irritates the food pipe lining; stress and anxiety can exacerbate symptoms.

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Functional Dyspepsia

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A chronic disorder of sensation and movement in the upper digestive tract with no obvious organic cause that can be worsened by stress and emotional issues.

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Psychosomatic Disorder Definition

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Any illness which involves both mind and body and where psychological factors have a significant impact on the development, progression, and resolution of the physical symptoms.

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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A common long-term condition affecting the digestive system, which can be exacerbated by stress and emotional problems.

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Psychosomatic aspects of Eczema

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Skin condition where red, itchy patches can be made worse by stress and emotional triggers, often resulting in a cycle of itching and scratching.

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Psychological factors affecting Hypertension

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Emotional stress and anxiety can temporarily increase blood pressure and, over time, may contribute to the development of chronic hypertension.

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Psychosomatic aspects of Asthma

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Asthma can be influenced by psychological factors such as stress, anxiety, and depression, which can aggravate the frequency and intensity of asthma attacks.

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Psychosomatic aspects of Ulcerative Colitis

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A chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract, which can be influenced by stress and anxiety.

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Psychological factors affecting Obesity

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Psychological issues such as stress, depression, and emotional eating can contribute to the development and maintenance of obesity.

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Somatization Disorder

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A psychological disorder characterized by the presentation of a physical illness without a clear cause, where symptoms are not intentionally produced or feigned.

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Conversion Disorder

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A mental condition in which a person experiences blindness, paralysis, or other neurologic symptoms that can't be explained by medical evaluation.

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Insomnia

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A sleep disorder where individuals have difficulty falling and/or staying asleep, often linked to stress, anxiety, and depression.

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

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A mental disorder characterized by obsessive focus on a perceived flaw in appearance which to others may seem minor or not observable.

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Psychosomatic aspects of Migraines

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Headaches that may be triggered or worsened by psychological factors such as stress, anxiety, or depression.

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