Unusual Findings in Morgellons Disease and Delusions of Parasitosis

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Unusual Findings in Morgellons Disease and Delusions of Parasitosis

Journal Title: International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health - Year 2015, Vol 9, Issue 2

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.

Authors and Affiliations

Michael Fellner, Margarita Israilova, Adriana Lombardi, Jennifer Leininger

Keywords

Delusions of parasitosis; morgellons disease; parasitosis treatment; psychodermatosis.

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EP ID EP342889
DOI 10.9734//IJTDH/2015/17045
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