Med. praxi. 2011;8(12):537-540

Patient with medically unexplained symptoms in primary health care

MUDr.Radkin Honzák, CSc.
Ústav všeobecného lékařství 1. LF UK Praha

Medically unexplained physical symptoms present one of common problems in modern medical practice but often prove difficult to

manage. Mutual understanding between physician and patient is essential for good quality of care; however, both parties have different

views on health complaints and treatment. The author summarizes principles of work with such patients, offers algorithm for diagnosis

using the recent Diagnostic Criteria for Psychosomatic Research, and treatment.

Keywords: medically unexplained symptoms, MUS, general practitioner, diagnosis, DCPR, treatment

Published: December 15, 2011  Show citation

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