“Is my constant body pain for real?”
I have pain all over my body, and it really takes me out for the entire day. My husband thinks that this pain isn't real and that I'm just being "lazy." Is this true? Could the pain be all in my head?
5 Answers
Chronic pain is very common
Most importantly, see your doctor to address these concerns
It is not in your head - your body is telling you something; please get checked
Most importantly, see your doctor to address these concerns
It is not in your head - your body is telling you something; please get checked
Pain is real. Finding the cause is important. Even pain due to depression is very real pain.
I'm sorry you are experiencing this. I suggest you see you primary physician and ask to have a full physical exam to make sure there are no physical reasons for you pain. Humans manifest pain both physically and emotionally. Many times it's a combination of both that contribute to the pain. It's important to 1st rule out any physical reasons for pain and if all tests are negative then it will be important to look into the emotional reasons for pain.
Of course it’s not in your head. Bad husband for saying such a horrible thing to you. There is nothing worse than pain. Why do you think men do not have babies? When did the pain start? Does something make it worse or better? Does it prevent you from sleeping? You need to get checked out by a physiatrist from head to toe. No point in suffering, get a proper diagnosis, and certainly it is not in your head. I have been in medicine over 40 years and women do not complain of pain if it’s not real. There has to be something making you feel bad. A little consideration from your husband might go a long way in some empathy for you. Take care.
Yes, sometimes pain could be psychosomatic and a symptom of depression.
