Physical causes refer to underlying medical conditions or physiological factors that can result in symptoms similar to those observed in Conversion Disorder. These causes need to be ruled out before diagnosing someone with Conversion Disorder.
Related terms
Organic Disorders: Organic disorders are medical conditions characterized by physical abnormalities or dysfunctions that directly cause the observed symptoms.
Medical Testing: Medical testing involves various procedures like blood tests, imaging scans, or neurological examinations aimed at identifying potential physical causes of symptoms.
Differential Diagnosis: Differential diagnosis is the process of distinguishing between two or more possible conditions based on their signs, symptoms, and other clinical findings.