Ekbom Syndrome: A Case Report

Delusional parasitosis, also known as delusional infestation or Ekbom syndrome, is a somatic type of delusional disorder, usually mono‑symptomatic, in which patients are convinced they are being infested with animal parasites while no objective evidence to support their belief exists. Complaints ar...

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Main Authors: Ana Teresa Pereira, Bárbara Moura, Maria João Neves, Pedro Horta, Manuel Araújo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Sociedade Portuguesa de Psiquiatria e Saúde Mental 2020-05-01
Series:Revista Portuguesa de Psiquiatria e Saúde Mental
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Online Access:https://www.revistapsiquiatria.pt/index.php/sppsm/article/view/123