An identifiable medical cause refers to a specific physical condition or disease that can be diagnosed by medical professionals. It is something tangible and measurable.
Related terms
Psychosomatic Disorder: This term refers to a disorder where physical symptoms are experienced due to psychological factors rather than an identifiable medical cause.
Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder: This disorder involves experiencing neurological symptoms without any organic or structural damage in the nervous system.
Conversion Disorder: Conversion disorder is characterized by the presence of neurological symptoms such as paralysis, blindness, or seizures that cannot be explained by any underlying medical condition.