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Managing environmental sensitivity: an overview illustrated with a case report.

Jason W Busse¹, Steven Reid, Arthur Leznoff

¹Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. j.busse@utoronto.ca

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Summary

Environmental sensitivity diagnosis is subjective. A biopsychosocial approach focusing on organic disease, history, and rehabilitation improves patient function.

Keywords:

multiple chemical sensitivity; idiopathic environmental intolerance; hypersensitivity

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Area of Science:

Environmental Medicine
Psychosomatic Medicine

Background:

The impact of environmental agents is known, but environmental sensitivity syndromes are less certain.
Diagnosis of environmental sensitivity is subjective, often lacking effective treatments.
Psychosocial factors are increasingly recognized as significant in these syndromes.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a management approach for patients with environmental sensitivities.
To outline a strategy integrating medical and psychosocial care.
To illustrate the approach with a case study of multiple chemical sensitivity.

Main Methods:

Identifying and managing underlying organic diseases.
Conducting thorough biopsychosocial patient histories.
Confirming diagnoses and developing rehabilitative plans.
Focusing on patient support and functional improvement.

Main Results:

The presented approach aims to provide a structured framework for managing environmental sensitivities.
Case study demonstrates the application of the biopsychosocial model.
Emphasizes functional gains and patient support over solely symptom reduction.

Conclusions:

A comprehensive biopsychosocial approach is crucial for managing environmental sensitivities.
Integrating medical evaluation with psychosocial support enhances patient outcomes.
This strategy offers a path toward improved function and well-being for affected individuals.