What causes chronic unexplained medical problems?
Some people are extra sensitive to changes in their body. Stressful life situations can make that sensitivity stronger. People who have been hurt, emotionally, physically or sexually, may get physical symptoms that can’t be explained. The symptoms can get better when these people get help for their emotional pain. What are some of the symptoms of this condition? Many people with chronic unexplained medical problems have mild to severe pain or other problems in several areas of their body. You might have a combination of the symptoms in the box below. • Pain Pain all over Pain in your legs Back pain Joint pain Pain when you urinate Chest pain • Abdominal symptoms Stomach (or belly) pain Vomiting Nausea Diarrhea Bloating and excessive gas Food intolerance • Nervous system symptoms Dizziness Muscle weakness Loss of voice Double or blurred vision Fainting Forgetting Headaches Difficulty walking • Other symptoms Painful menstruation Irregular menstrual cycles Burning feeling in sexual organ
