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Delusional Parasitosis as 'Folie a Deux' [PDF]
Journal of Korean Medical Science, 2003 Delusional parasitosis is characterized by the unshakeable belief of being infested with tiny (microscopic) insects. Patients spend much time trying to get rid of the bugs and suffer from these symptoms. Patients prefer to go to dermatologists because they have a strong conviction over the presence of a somatic disease and do not accept any psychiatric
Chuleung, Kim +3 more
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Exploring delusional parasitosis – a case series of three patients
Asian Journal of Medical SciencesDelusional parasitosis is a psychiatric condition where individuals believe they are infested with parasites despite lacking medical evidence. This often leads to underestimation within psychiatric settings.
Abhishek Pathak +4 more
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Addressing Unmet Needs in Prurigo Nodularis: Expert Canadian Dermatology Perspectives
Dermatologic Therapy, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.Prurigo nodularis (PN) is a distinct chronic, inflammatory, neuroimmune‐mediated skin condition characterized by pruritic, often symmetrically distributed nodules, papules, and/or plaques. Recognition of PN as a distinct entity is complicated by the absence of a precise disease definition, uncertain epidemiologic estimates, and limited assessments of ...
Vimal H. Prajapati +4 more
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Basic &Clinical Pharmacology &Toxicology, Volume 137, Issue 5, November 2025.Structure of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, its active metabolite d‐amphetamine and the essential amino acid l‐lysine, along with the mechanism of action and primary pharmacological and adverse effects associated with lisdexamfetamine dimesylate. TAAR1, trace amine‐associated receptor; VMAT, vesicular monoamine transporter; DAT, dopamine transporter; NAT,
Mariana Silva‐Carvalho +3 more
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Folie en Famille: A Case Report of Shared Delusory Parasitosis
European Psychiatry, 2022 Introduction Delusional parasitosis, first documented in 1946, is a rare psychiatric illness described as both a stand-alone diagnosis, as well as a secondary condition to an underlying psychiatric or medical pathology, or substance use.
A. Al Siaghy, Y. Zoghbi, M. Azeem
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The Skin−Brain Dialogue: Advancing Psychodermatology Through Integrated Approaches
JEADV Clinical Practice, Volume 4, Issue S1, Page S49-S58, September 2025.ABSTRACT The skin−brain link is increasingly recognized as a key subject in the emerging fields of psychodermatology and psychoneuroimmunology. This link represents the complex talk and bidirectional relationship between the skin and the mind, reflecting intricate physiological and psychological connections that directly impact the understanding and ...
Martin Steinhoff +3 more
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Psychogeriatrics, Volume 25, Issue 4, July 2025.ABSTRACT Objective Delusional disorders (DD) are among the most debilitating mental disorders in the elderly. Persistent monothematic delusions frequently include paranoid and persecutory beliefs, as well as various forms of somatic delusions, including delusions of being infested by pathogens. So far, little is known about the neural correlates of DD.
Robert Christian Wolf +7 more
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A case report of methamphetamine–induced delusional parasitosis
Case Reports in Clinical Practice, 2021 Psychotic disorders are a group of severe mental disorders that can remarkably affect brain functions by altering beliefs and perceptions. There are different types of psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia, delusional disorder, paraphrenia, etc ...
Reza Bidaki +5 more
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Delusional Parasitosis: Lessons Learnt
Acta Dermato Venereologica, 2009 Delusional parasitosis manifests in the patient's firm belief that they have skin symptoms due to an infestation with insects. Patients often refuse to seek psychiatric care. This study reassessed patients with delusional parasitosis in order to review and learn from them, which is important due to the significant morbidity of this condition and the ...
Kashif, Ahmad, Bart, Ramsay
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