Chronic pain and depression. II. Symptoms of anxiety in chronic low back pain patients and their relationship to subtypes of depression

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Abstract
The relationship between anxiety and chronic pain has been poorly studied. The occurrence of symptoms of anxiety in chronic low back pain patients was studied. Anxious mood and other symptoms of anxiety were commonly seen in patients with chronic low back pain. Symptoms of anxiety were more common in patients with depression, especially those with major depression. Anxious mood, tension and general somatic symptoms of the sensory type were more common than any other type of anxiety symptoms. The potential role of anxiety in chronic pain patients is discussed.