Which of the following is considered a somatic symptom disorder?
When physical symptoms considered to be somatic symptom disorder occur, it can be difficult to accept that a life-threatening illness has been eliminated as the cause. Symptoms cause very real distress for the person and reassurance isn't always helpful. Specific sensations, such as pain or shortness of breath, or more general symptoms, such as fatigue or weakness. 2  Unrelated to any medical cause that can be identified, or related to a medical condition such as cancer or heart disease, but more significant than what's usually expected.