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Symptoms of psychosomatic disorders

Groups of physical manifestations that arise under the influence of psychological factors appear at first glance to be purely organic, but in reality they reflect a profound interaction of body and mind. These symptoms can be chronic or recurrent, and sometimes have no clear medical explanation, despite the patient’s undergoing laboratory tests or imaging, making them the focus of psychosomatic medicine. These symptoms come in a variety of forms, including digestive disorders such as stomach pain, irritable bowel syndrome, nausea, loss or irregular increase in appetite; cardiovascular problems, such as high blood pressure, heart palpitations, and chest pain that may resemble angina; respiratory symptoms, such as difficulty breathing or a feeling of suffocation without a clear organic cause; and nervous system symptoms, such as various types of migraines or tension headaches, dizziness and sleep disturbances. They can also show up on the skin, such as eczema, psoriasis, hair loss, or chronic itching that is worse with stress. At the level of the musculoskeletal system, patients may suffer from back, neck or joint pain, which is often associated with chronic muscle tension. It is worth noting that these symptoms are not limited to physical manifestations; They are also often accompanied by feelings of anxiety, tension, depression and loss of concentration, which exacerbates their severity and creates a vicious cycle between psychological and physical pain. Their severity and frequency are also influenced by life stressors, traumatic events, personality type and level of social support. Thus, the symptoms of psychosomatic disorders are a physical expression of inner emotional suffering, emphasizing that the body is the mirror of the soul, and that health can only be achieved through a balance between the two.