Ebony Stover Is a 59 Year-Old Grandmother Who Recently Had

Ebony Stover is a 59 year-old grandmother who recently had a reoccurrence of breast cancer with metastases to the bone causing persistent pain. She has been treated with medications that result in hot flashes. Prior to the reoccurrence, Ebony had been employed as part-time as a housekeeper but because of her current symptoms she has not been able to work. She is surrounded by her family - especially her daughters and granddaughters - who are a source of comfort to her. For them, Ebony maintains a stoical and hopeful outlook on her prognosis. What would be the appropriate diagnosis to consider for Ebony?

A) Illness anxiety disorder
B) Somatic symptom disorder
C) Pain disorder
D) None