Question 1

define the term mental  functional disorders?

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Functional disorders: "functional" disorders is a vague term used to describe certain persistent symptoms for which no other organic or pathologic cause can be found. One example, would be in some one who has chronic headaches or abdominal pain, and has had a full set of testing and evaluation procedures, with no diagnosis. Other more unusual symptoms include: paralysis, pseudo-seizures, certain tics, vomiting, etc.

Question 2

how do organic and functional disorders differ?

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Organic v functional: I'm not sure exactly what you mean.    In functional medicine we are looking for the root causes of what a person is experiencing.

Question 3

are functional disorders in my head?

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Functional DO's: Functional does not mean "it's all in your head". It simply means lack of organic etiology to explain symptoms.

Question 4

does a psychologist treat functional disorders?

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Yes: Psychologist do treat functional disorders as there are might be difficulties coping with illness and understanding from families. There are psychologists who are specializing in health psychology -- effects of medical conditions on a person and person's relationship with the people and the world as well as how to cope with physical illness effectively.

Question 5

what is that disease that causes rapid aging in children?

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Random mutation: This rare pattern of premature aging is caused by a random new genetic mutation. Assessment and confirmantion of any such DX by a geneticist is imperitive. Most work with a team of specialists who can monitor the DX specific healthrisks &amp; provide guidence for your local source of care.They can also help you find support groups &amp; other parents in the same situation.

Question 6

if i have celiac's disease, should i have my children tested for it as well?

Accepted Answer

Celiac disease: Yes you should have your children tested.

Question 7

how common is celiac disease in children?

Accepted Answer

Maybe 1% (1 in 100): Celiac disease affects about 1 in 100 people, to about 1 in 150 people.  The exact numbers are not certain, but it affects a little less than 1% of the population.

Question 8

what kind of disease is nephritis in children?

Accepted Answer

Nephritis: is the general term for inflammation of the kidneys.  There are several causes.

Question 9

is there a disorder for children who enjoy pain?

Accepted Answer

I guess not: I am not sure if this is a rhetorical question. I guess, i know no such disorder, as i've never seen children who would enjoy pain. If you have more detail to provide regarding a specific case, i'd be happy to discuss that further.

Question 10

is paget's disease found in children or just adults?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not too common in children, mainly adults.

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