Mac has been to numerous doctors regarding the pain in his hips and knees. Although Mac is clearly experiencing pain in these areas, the doctors can find no sign of arthritis or muscular damage. Mac may be experiencing
A)Munchausen syndrome by proxy.
B)a type of anxiety disorder known as an obsessive pain disorder.
C)somatic symptom disorder.
D)a psychosomatic illness.

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Somatic symptom disorder is characterized by an individual experiencing significant focus on physical symptoms, such as pain, that results in major distress and/or problems functioning. The individual may or may not have an identified medical condition associated with these symptoms. This choice fits Mac's situation, where he experiences pain without a clear medical cause.

Mac Has Been to Numerous Doctors Regarding the Pain in His