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Yes. See the other question on this topic.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoIt is a form of hallucination and so is treated by treating the underlying mental health problem, usually with medications (antidepressants and or antipyschotics) and with therapy.
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What is the syndrome when you constantly feel like something is crawling on you?
Parasitosis (illusory or delusional)
How do you prove delusional parasitosis?
Please check out these links for an important differential diagnosis: Morgellonshttp://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2006/06/02/MORGELLONS.TMP http://www.morgellons.org
What is the medical term meaning the feeling of insects crawling on you?
There appears to be several words relating to this concept. One is Morgellon's Disease, a physical condition though its classification as a new illness is debateable.Most doctors, including dermatologists and psychiatrists, regard Morgellons as a manifestation of known medical conditions, including delusional parasitosis The second, as mentioned in the above quote, is delusional parasitosis, which is a form of psychosis that results in the belief of crawling on / beneath the skin. However this sensation isn't always related to psychosis of course; the feeling itself is refered to as formication.
What is parasitosis?
Parasite infestation.
What part of speech is delusional?
"Delusional" is an adjective.
What is delusional thinking?
Delusional disorder ( delusional thinking) is characterized by the presence of recurrent, persistent non-bizarre delusions.
Correct spelling for the word delusional?
That is the correct spelling for the word "delusional".
How successful is treatment for delusional disorder?
Delusional disorder is typically a chronic condition, but with appropriate treatment, a remission of delusional symptoms occurs in up to 50% of patients
What is the duration of Delusional Downtown Divas?
The duration of Delusional Downtown Divas is -420.0 seconds.
If pathogens are present in drinking water what will happen?
You may get an infectious disease known as parasitosis, caused by protozoa or helminths.
What are the ratings and certificates for Delusional - 2003?
Delusional - 2003 is rated/received certificates of: Germany:16
If a person is adamant he has done some thing but you have proof he has not is this delusional?
That would depend on the situation. He could be simply lying, your proof could be inaccurate, or you could be delusional -- among other possibilities. Or, he could be delusional.
