Choose a “medical mimic” – a psychiatric illness that may “mask” itself as a somatic illness, or a somatic illness that may exhibit psychiatric symptoms. If the pathophysiology is known, discuss it specifying any receptors or neurotransmitters that are believed to be involved Discuss your thoughts on how to screen for these “medical mimics” in your practice.
[Answered]: Choose a “medical mimic” – a psychiatric illness…
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