Unusual Findings in Morgellons Disease and Delusions of Parasitosis.
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2015
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Abstract
We are presenting four new cases of delusions of parasitosis, two of which also had features of
Morgellons disease. This illustrates the difficulties in therapy of these patients having almost
universal refusal to accept the psychiatric component. Two of the patients responded to treatment
while two did not. Of the two responders one was lost to follow up. The recommended treatments
of pimozide, lexapro, and risperdone are examined. These rare diseases continue to be a
challenge to the dermatologic community.
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Delusions of parasitosis, morgellons disease, parasitosis treatment, psychodermatosis
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Fellner Michael, Israilova Margarita, Lombardi Adriana, Leininger Jennifer. Unusual Findings in Morgellons Disease and Delusions of Parasitosis. International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health. 2015; 9(2): 1-6.