“Doctor, I know I have a terrible disease and you just aren’t telling me. I do not believe you when you say everything checked out okay.” Which DSM-5 diagnosis might be typical for someone making those comments?

A) factitious disorder
B) hypochondriasis
C) illness anxiety disorder
D) somatic symptom disorder


Answer: C

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