Which of the following persons has symptoms that most likely indicate a possible functional neurological symptom disorder (conversion disorder)?
A)Joan, who says her legs have been paralyzed for six months but who shows no muscle atrophy
B)Keith, who goes from doctor to doctor complaining of pains and symptoms in many different parts of his body
C)Lilly, who constantly thinks about the size of her ears and wants plastic surgery to reconstruct them
D)Wes, who has had backaches that have gone on longer than his doctor thinks is reasonable

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Joan's symptoms of paralysis without any muscle atrophy suggest a possible functional neurological symptom disorder (conversion disorder), where there is a physical symptom without a clear medical explanation. Keith's complaints of multiple symptoms could be due to various medical conditions, and Lilly's concerns about her appearance fall under body dysmorphic disorder, a separate diagnosis. Wes's backaches could also have multiple medical explanations.

Which of the Following Persons Has Symptoms That Most Likely