Munchausen Syndrome (cont.)
Medical Author:
James C Hamilton, PhD
Coauthor:
Marc D Feldman, MD
Medical Editor:
Ronald C Albucher, MD
Medical Editor:
Mary L Windle, PharmD
Medical Editor:
Alan D Schmetzer, MD
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MedicationsMedications can be useful if conditions exist along with the Munchausen syndrome. Serotonin reuptake inhibitors have proved helpful in persons with Munchausen syndrome who have comorbid depression, and, at least theoretically, low-dose antipsychotics can help those with coexisting borderline personality disorder. Viewer Comments & ReviewsMunchausen Syndrome - ExperienceThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:Please describe your experience with Munchausen syndrome. |
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The medical case literature provides compelling documentation of patients who have intentionally exaggerated, feigned, simulated, aggravated, or self-induced an illness or injury for the primary purpose of assuming the sick role.
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