Physical Symptoms

Definition

Physical symptoms refer to bodily sensations or experiences that are noticeable and measurable. These can include pain, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, or gastrointestinal issues.

Related terms

Psychosomatic: Referring to physical symptoms that have a psychological origin.

Somatization Disorder: A disorder characterized by multiple unexplained physical symptoms without any medical explanation.

Hypochondriasis (Illness Anxiety Disorder): Excessive worry about having a serious illness despite little evidence of actual medical problems.