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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Journal of Health and Allied Sciences NU 2013; 03(04): 114-116
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1703715
Case Report

SOMATOFORM AUTONOMIC DYSFUNCTION-A CASE REPORT

Savithaa
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Abstract

Somatoform disorders are characterized by a concern with the body and are among the most common reason for seeking medical help. Mr. X, a 47 year old male presented to the psychiatric department with persistent belching, fatigue and anxiety symptoms with autonomic arousal related to his work and health. Patient was treated with antipsychotics and cognitive behavioural therapy. Patient and family members were psycho educated about the illness.

Keywords

Somatoform disorders - somatoform autonomic dysfunction


Publication History

Article published online:
26 April 2020

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