ICD-11 code : 6C20;
Preferred Label : Bodily distress disorder;
ICD-11 definition : Bodily distress disorder is characterised by the presence of bodily symptoms that
are distressing to the individual and excessive attention directed toward the symptoms,
which may be manifest by repeated contact with health care providers. If another health
condition is causing or contributing to the symptoms, the degree of attention is clearly
excessive in relation to its nature and progression. Excessive attention is not alleviated
by appropriate clinical examination and investigations and appropriate reassurance.
Bodily symptoms are persistent, being present on most days for at least several months.
Typically, bodily distress disorder involves multiple bodily symptoms that may vary
over time. Occasionally there is a single symptom—usually pain or fatigue—that is
associated with the other features of the disorder. The symptoms and associated distress
and preoccupation have at least some impact on the individual's functioning (e.g.
strain in relationships, less effective academic or occupational functioning, abandonment
of specific leisure activities).;
ICD-11 synonym : Somatization disorder; somatoform disorders; Somatic symptom disorder; Briquet's disorder;
ICD-11 "unspecified" category code : 6C20.Z;
Origin ID : 767044268;
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Bodily distress disorder is characterised by the presence of bodily symptoms that
are distressing to the individual and excessive attention directed toward the symptoms,
which may be manifest by repeated contact with health care providers. If another health
condition is causing or contributing to the symptoms, the degree of attention is clearly
excessive in relation to its nature and progression. Excessive attention is not alleviated
by appropriate clinical examination and investigations and appropriate reassurance.
Bodily symptoms are persistent, being present on most days for at least several months.
Typically, bodily distress disorder involves multiple bodily symptoms that may vary
over time. Occasionally there is a single symptom—usually pain or fatigue—that is
associated with the other features of the disorder. The symptoms and associated distress
and preoccupation have at least some impact on the individual's functioning (e.g.
strain in relationships, less effective academic or occupational functioning, abandonment
of specific leisure activities).