Denis has a long history of medical treatment, although careful examination would have revealed no underlying physical problems. But Denis continually goes from physician to physician, often receiving unnecessary drugs, examinations, and on a few occasions, unnecessary surgery. Denis is most likely suffering from

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Denis's behavior is characteristic of hypochondriasis, which involves preoccupation with fears of having a serious illness despite having no or only mild physical symptoms. This often leads to excessive medical treatments and doctor shopping. Psychalgia refers to chronic physical pain with psychological or emotional causes. Anxiety disorder and conversion disorder can both involve somatic symptoms, but they do not typically involve seeking unnecessary medical treatments.

Denis Has a Long History of Medical Treatment, Although Careful