Ebony Stover is a 59 year-old grandmother who recently had a reoccurrence of breast
cancer with metastases to the bone causing persistent pain. She has been treated with
medications that result in hot flashes. Prior to the reoccurrence, Ebony had been
employed as part-time as a housekeeper but because of her current symptoms she has not
been able to work. She is surrounded by her family - especially her daughters and
granddaughters - who are a source of comfort to her. For them, Ebony maintains a stoical
and hopeful outlook on her prognosis. What would be the appropriate diagnosis to
consider for Ebony?
a) Illness anxiety disorder
b) Somatic symptom disorder
c) Pain disorder
d) None
d)
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