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Delgado Durán, T., and F. J. Márquez Ligero. "2141 – Ekbom's syndrome." European Psychiatry 28 (January 2013): 1. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0924-9338(13)77026-3.

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Mansilla-Polo, M., D. Martín-Torregrosa, and R. Botella-Estrada. "Delusional parasitosis (Ekbom's syndrome)." Medicina de Familia. SEMERGEN 51, no. 5 (2025): 102423. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.semerg.2024.102423.

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Jaiswal, Saurabh, and Rohit K. Srivastava. "Ekbom's Syndrome: Worms of the Mind." International Journal of Advanced and Integrated Medical Sciences 1, no. 3 (2016): 123–25. http://dx.doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10050-10042.

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ABSTRACT Delusional parasitosis (DP), also known as Ekbom syndrome, is a rare, monosymptomatic psychosis where the person has an unshakable belief (i.e., delusion) of being infested with parasites. A detailed activity of the offending parasite like crawling, biting, burrowing is often given by the patients. It is commonly observed among patients over the age of 50. International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 10th revision defines this disorder as “delusional disorder.” We are presenting a case report of a patient suffering from DP, who was successfully treated on atypical antipsychotic olan

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Dridi, A., A. Maamri, M. A. Ben Mustapha, S. Hamzaoui, and H. Zalila. "Ekbom's Syndrome: a Case Report." European Psychiatry 30 (March 2015): 1453. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0924-9338(15)31126-3.

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Pearce, J. "Moritz Heinrich Romberg and Ekbom's syndrome." Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry 51, no. 12 (1988): 1497. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/jnnp.51.12.1497.

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Najib, Rachid, Ahmed Bouhamidi, Hicham Hassani Guennouni, and Mohamed Amine Laffinti. "Ekbom's Syndrome: Crossed Views, a Case Report." Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences 10, no. 5 (2022): 856–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.36347/sjams.2022.v10i05.030.

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Parasitic delirium is a manifestation that can occur in different psychopathological presentations or fit into different somatic pictures. Ekbom syndrome; primary form of parasitic delirium, is an exceptional and non-specific psychiatric disorder that classically interests women of advanced ages and without intellectual deterioration, dermatological manifestations are usually highlighted in search of “evidence in the skin”. The diagnosis is generally made with a delay of psychiatric consultation of one year on average, which sometimes allows the delirium to retreat and specialized care is thus

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Barrau Alonso, V., A. Hernandez-Dorta, R. Cejas-Mendez, J. Monzon-Diaz, and E. Vera-Barrios. "P-1036 - Ekbom's syndrome. a case report." European Psychiatry 27 (January 2012): 1. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0924-9338(12)75203-3.

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Hanine, Ismail, Abdelilah N’ait-abbou, Khalid Mouhadi, Mohamed Gatoum, and Mohamed Kadiri. "Ekbom Syndrome; a Dilemma for Gastroenterologists and Dermatologists: Clinical Case of Delirium of Parasitosis Following a Proven Infestation." Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports 6, no. 06 (2023): 1100–1102. http://dx.doi.org/10.36347/sjmcr.2023.v11i06.013.

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Background: Described in 1938, Ekbom's syndrome is a disorder in most cases having a psychiatric origin. In addition to being frequent in psychiatry consultations, it I can be presented in dermatology essentially and other medical fields as well (such as gastroenterology). Case Report: We report the case of a patient who, after a suspected infestation, presented with Ekbom syndrome but the lack of knowledge of the disorder led to a three-year delay in diagnosis and treatment. Conclusion: Despite the understanding of this disorder is an integral part of the training of any psychiatrist, it is n

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Calabresi, Peter A., Gabriella Silvestri, Salvatore DiMauro, and Robert C. Griggs. "Ekbom's syndrome: Lipomas, ataxia, and neuropathy with MERRF." Muscle & Nerve 17, no. 8 (1994): 943–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/mus.880170815.

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Magierski, Radoslaw, Joanna Magierska, Iwona Kloszewska, and Tomasz Sobow. "P4-042: Dementia with lewy bodies manifested as delusional parasitosis (Ekbom's syndrome)." Alzheimer's & Dementia 11, no. 7S_Part_17 (2015): P781—P782. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jalz.2015.06.1746.

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Rodriguez, M. Gutierrez, C. Moreno Menguiano, F. Garcia Sanchez, and R. Martin Aragon. "Delusional of Parasitosis in Geriatric Patients." European Psychiatry 33, S1 (2016): S470. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpsy.2016.01.1714.

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IntroductionDelusional of parasitosis or Ekbom's syndrome (ES) is a psychiatric disorder in which the patient has a fixed and false belief that small organisms infest the body. The belief is often accompanied by hallucinations. It is an uncommon condition that was initially studied by dermatologists, more prevalent in the elderly and typically observed in women older than 50 years although isolated cases among men have been reported.ObjectiveTo review current knowledge about delusional of parasitosis in elderly patients through literature systematic review and the analysis of a case report.Met

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Gosal, D., J. Ealing, C. Sherrington, et al. "P76 The m.3291 T>C mtDNA mutation causes Ekbom's syndrome: expanding the clinical and genetic phenotype." Neuromuscular Disorders 20 (March 2010): S25. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0960-8966(10)70091-2.

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Träff, J., E. Holme, K. Ekbom, and B. Y. Nilsson. "Ekbom's syndrome of photomyoclonus, cerebellar ataxia and cervical lipoma is associated with the tRNALys A8344G mutation in mitochondrial DNA." Acta Neurologica Scandinavica 92, no. 5 (2009): 394–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0404.1995.tb00153.x.

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Teive, Hélio A. G., Plínio M. G. Lima, Francisco M. B. Germiniani, and Renato P. Munhoz. "What’s in a name? Problems, facts and controversies regarding neurological eponyms." Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria 74, no. 5 (2016): 423–25. http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/0004-282x20160040.

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ABSTRACT The use of eponyms in neurology remains controversial, and important questions have been raised about their appropriateness. Different approaches have been taken, with some eponyms being excluded, others replaced, and new ones being created. An example is Hallervorden-Spatz syndrome, which has been replaced by neurodegeneration with brain iron accuulatium (NBIA). Amiothoplic lateral sclerosys (ALS), for which the eponym is Charcot’s disease, has been replaced in the USA by Lou Gehrig’s disease. Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an eponym that is still the subject of controversy, and va

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Martínez Muelas, A., D. Paiva Pajares, M. López Isern, P. Ivanov, and M. Sánchez Pérez. "Acute Ekbom’s syndrome in a patient with acute urethritis." European Psychiatry 65, S1 (2022): S481. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2022.1223.

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Introduction Delirium of parasitosis was first described by Karl Ekbom in Sweden in 1938. It is a hallucinatory monothematic delirium characterized by the unwavering conviction of having the skin infested with insects or parasites. Multiple etiologist has been described such as psychiatric and neurological disorders, substance intoxication or other medical conditions. We present a case of debut of Ekbom’s syndrome in an individual recently diagnosed with acute urethritis on antibiotic treatment. Objectives To report a case of a patient with a debut of Ekbom’s syndrome and acute urethritis. Met

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Paiva Pajares, D., C. Hernández Peláez, A. Martínez Muelas, M. López Isern, and T. Castelló Pons. "Ekbom’s syndrome in an HIV man: a case report." European Psychiatry 65, S1 (2022): S589. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2022.1510.

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Introduction Ekbom’s syndrome, also known as delusional parasitosis, is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by the delusional belief that the body is infested by parasites, small organisms or materials. Multiple etiologies have been described such as psychiatric and neurological disorders, substance intoxication or other medical conditions. We present a case of Ekbom’s syndrome in an individual infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Objectives To report a case of a patient with Ekbom’s syndrome and HIV. Methods A 33-years-old man assists to the emergency unit in order to e

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Hirsch, Camryn F., and Patricia M. Bonilla. "An Epoch of Ekbom’s Syndrome." CNS Spectrums 29, no. 5 (2024): 483. https://doi.org/10.1017/s1092852924001329.

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IntroductionDelusional parasitosis, yclept Ekbom’s Syndrome, was originally described in 1938 and has an incidence of up to 4.2 per 100,000 people (Olivera, 2017; Orsolini, 2020). While the average duration of this delusion is three years, it can last decades (Al-Imam, 2019). Ekbom’s Syndrome of ultra-short duration, only one hour, has not heretofore been described.MethodsA 36-year-old woman with a past history of schizoaffective disorder, bipolar subtype, generalized anxiety disorder, and alcohol use disorder with a history of seizures and delirium tremens presented with a one- hour duration

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Colombo, G., M. Caimi, and G. P. Donà. "Shared Ekbom’s syndrome. A case study." European Psychiatry 19, no. 2 (2004): 115–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpsy.2003.07.011.

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Hsiao, J., and Y. C. Shen. "Impressive Response with Brexpiprazole in Ekbom’s syndrome." European Psychiatry 65, S1 (2022): S795. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2022.2054.

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Introduction Antipsychotics are the mainstream treatment of delusional disorder. However, limited therapeutic effect was recognized due to side effect and lack of insight. Objectives This article presents a case with Ekbom’s syndrome, also known as delusional parasitosis, who has significant response with Brexpiprazole. Methods A 58-year-old female developed her very first episode of psychosis 3 weeks before she visited our emergency department. Delusion of spiders laying eggs and bitsy spiders crawling over her body was claimed, followed by depressed mood and insomnia. The patient denied any

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Orsolini, Laura, Alessia Gentilotti, Matteo Giordani, and Umberto Volpe. "Historical and clinical considerations on Ekbom’s syndrome." International Review of Psychiatry 32, no. 5-6 (2020): 424–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09540261.2020.1757306.

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Chaudhry, Ahmed A., and Jack W. Hirsch. "Thanatotic Infestation: Ekbom’s Syndrome as an Exordium to Cotard’s Delusion." CNS Spectrums 28, no. 2 (2023): 214. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1092852923001256.

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AbstractIntroductionEkbom’s delusion as a prelude to Cotard’s syndrome, has not heretofore been described.MethodsCase study: A 45-year-old woman with a past diagnosis of bipolar disorder with psychotic features was admitted, having been up all night conversing with spirits, proclaiming that she had made a deal with Satan. Convinced that her grandmother was possessed by the devil, she smashed her grandmother’s head with a two-by-four. Results: Mental Status Examination: self conversing with her eyes darting around the room. Poor hygiene. Behavior: guarded and withdrawn. Oriented x2. Speech: hyp

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Yassa, Ramzy. "The Pisa Syndrome: A Report of Two Cases." British Journal of Psychiatry 146, no. 1 (1985): 93–95. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/bjp.146.1.93.

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Ekbom et al (1972) described dystonic syndromes that appeared as a side-effect to treatment with the butyrophenone group of neuroleptic drugs. These symptoms consisted of tonic flexion of the trunk to one side, accompanied by its slight rotation, in the absence of other concomitant dystonic symptoms. They called this the ‘Pisa syndrome’. A literature survey of neuroleptic-included extrapyramidal side-effects gave little reference to this syndrome (Sovner & DiMascio, 1978; Berger & Rexworth, 1980), but two cases that fit the description of this side-effect are presented here.

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Fałkowska, Urszula, Katarzyna Adamczyk, Dorota Adamczyk, Ewelina Soroka, Véronique Petit, and Marcin Olajossy. "Uncommon psychopathological syndromes in psychiatry." Current Problems of Psychiatry 19, no. 4 (2018): 299–322. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/cpp-2018-0024.

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Abstract Introduction: The development of biological sciences, as well as cultural and civilizational changes have led to the emergence of practice within the medicine of science, called psychiatry. Already at the turn of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century, Karl Jaspers - a German scholar - father of psychopathology - in the work “Allgemeine Psychopathologie” crystallized his intuitions in the field of psychopathology, which classifies and describes states that are deviations from the physiological mental state of a human being. Material and method: his paper reviews available lite

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Stroynowska-Kosik, Jagoda, Sandra Zyzak, and Ewelina Biało-Wójcicka. "Delusional parasitosis (Ekbom syndrome) – a psychodermatologic disorder." Dermatology Review 108, no. 2 (2021): 160–68. http://dx.doi.org/10.5114/dr.2021.107288.

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Mesquita, Joana, Sónia Simões, Álvaro Machado, and Luísa Siva. "Ekbom’s Syndrome as the First Manifestation of Diabetes Mellitus." Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences 22, no. 4 (2010): 451.e36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1176/jnp.2010.22.4.451.e36.

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Mamoune, El Mostarchid, Miloudi Gazzaz, and Ahmed Bourazza. "Delusional parasitosis (Ekbom Syndrome): A case report." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 23, no. 3 (2024): 2739–42. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14971543.

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<strong>Background:</strong> Ekbom syndrome or Delusional Parasitosis (DP) is an infrequent psychotic illness, where the patient has a false but firm and strong belief that his body is infested with parasites, worms, insects, or other organisms. This is a monothematic delusion of hallucinatory origin that typically affects older women.  <strong>The aim:</strong> To report two cases of DP. <strong>Case report:</strong> The first patient presented a generalized sensation of parasite infestation following ischemic stroke.  In the second case, the delus

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Pervez, Maira, Ehtisham ul Haq, Muhammad Nauman Jamal, Sameen Saeed, and Sana Arif. "RESTLESSLEGSSYNDROME:DIFFERENCEINQUALITYOF LIFEPARAMETERSBETWEENHEMODIALYSISPATIENTSWITHANDWITHOUTRESTLESSLEGS SYNDROME." Journal of Akhtar Saeed Medical & Dental College 05, no. 02 (2023): 84–89. https://doi.org/10.51127/jamdcv5i2oa04.

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Background:The majorityofabnormalmotionsthathappenduringsleepofteninvolvethemovementoflegs,the mostprevalentofwhichisRestlessLegsSyndrome(hereinafterreferredtoas“RLS”),also known as“Willis Ekbom Disease”. Hemodialysis therapy causes a variety of side effects inindividualswithchronicrenaldisease,notably RestlessLegsSyndrome,whichcanbequitedistressingforthispatientpopulation.Thisstudyseekstoascertaintheincidenceofrestlesslegssyndromeamongstpeoplewithchronicrenaldiseasereceiving hemodialysisin Lahorehealth facilities.Materialandmethods:Anon-probabilityconveniencesample of70patientswithchronickidn

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Poojary, Pallavi G., and Deeksha D. Shetty. "An Ayurvedic overview of Ekbom Syndrome with special reference to Atatvabhinivesa." PDEAS International Journal of Research in Ayurved and Allied Sciences 7, no. 1 (2025): 12–14. https://doi.org/10.63778/pdeasijraas-arjcpl/2025_22812.

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Ayurveda is the science that addresses the physical and mental well-being of individuals. In addition to treating physical ailments, Ayurveda also offers thorough information on mental and social well-being. Three components are essentially in charge of the genesis of all illnesses, they include Prajnaparadha (intellectual blasphemy), Asatmaindriyartha Samyoga (overuse, underuse, or inappropriate use of sense faculties), and Parinama (time). Currently, rising stress levels lead to a significant increase in Mano vikara, or mental illness. Ekbom syndrome also known as Delusional Parasitosis, is

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Absy, Nadine, Nur Saleh, and Dima Al Sharman. "Ekbom Syndrome: A Case Report." BJPsych Open 8, S1 (2022): S117. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/bjo.2022.350.

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AimsEkbom's syndrome (ES), also called delusional parasitosis, is a condition where the patient has an unshakable belief and a perception of being infested with parasites. ES is thought to mainly affect postmenopausal females and because patients are usually mono-symptomatic, they usually seek care from dermatologists. It is advocated to form a liaison between dermatology and psychiatry to ensure a full range of differential diagnoses, in order to form the most suitable management plan.MethodsCase reportResultsAn 87-year-old widow was referred to the outpatient psychiatric clinic of King Abdul

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Bosnjak Kuharic, D., M. Cvitanic Mazuran, D. Polšek, M. Herceg, and A. Jambrosic Sakoman. "Ekbom syndrome: a case report." European Psychiatry 65, S1 (2022): S791. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2022.2045.

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Introduction Ekbom syndrome is a clinical term for delusional parasitosis, a condition characterized by the belief that one’s skin is infested by invisible parasites. Despite having no medical evidence, patients strive to prove their illness and interpret different sensations and symptoms as infestation with parasites. Objectives Our objective was to present a case report of a patient with Ekbom syndrome with detailed clinical information and treatment complications. Methods We included patient’s history, psychiatric evaluation, complete diagnostic work-up, therapy and follow-up. Results A 60-

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Nascimento, S., H. Simião, T. Mendonça, and M. Silva. "Ekbom syndrome - a case report." European Psychiatry 64, S1 (2021): S538—S539. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2021.1437.

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IntroductionDelusional parasitosis/infestation or Ekbom syndrome is an uncommon psychotic disorder characterized by a false belief that there is a parasitic infestation of the skin - the delusion that insects are crawling underneath the skin.ObjectivesThis work aims to summarize and evaluate the currently available evidence regarding Delusional parasitosis, and for this purpose, we will illustrate a case report of a patient admitted in the emergency room.MethodsThe authors have conducted online research in PubMed with the words “Delusional parasitosis” “delusional infestation”, “Ekbom syndrome

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Pereira, Ana Teresa, Bárbara Moura, Maria João Neves, Pedro Horta, and Manuel Araújo. "Ekbom Syndrome: A Case Report." Revista Portuguesa de Psiquiatria e Saúde Mental 6, no. 1 (2020): 36–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.51338/rppsm.2020.v6.i1.123.

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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 are usually about skin infestation, but involvement of the gastrointestinal tract has also been described. We describe a case of a 59‑year‑old woman with delusional parasitosis claiming to be infected with Strongyloides stercoralis.

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Lahouel, Ines. "Ekbom syndrome: a case report." Our Dermatology Online 10, no. 3 (2019): 315–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.7241/ourd.20193.30.

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Fatheddine, M., Z. Ennaciri, I. Adali, and F. Manoudi. "Ekbom Syndrome: A Case Study." Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports 12, no. 05 (2024): 864–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.36347/sjmcr.2024.v12i05.074.

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This case study examines the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a 42-year-old female patient presenting with delusional parasitosis, also known as Ekbom syndrome. The patient experienced severe itching, crawling sensations, and self-inflicted skin lesions due to her persistent belief in parasitic infestation despite negative medical test results. The patient was referred to a psychiatrist after a dermatology consultation and was diagnosed with Ekbom syndrome. Treatment involved antipsychotic medication (aripiprazole) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which led to a decrease in sympt

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Colbeaux, Inès, Ludivine Franchitto, Jean-Philippe Raynaud, Laurine Salesse, and Alexis Revet. "Postpartum Ekbom syndrome by proxy." Psychiatry Research 285 (March 2020): 112723. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.psychres.2019.112723.

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Desoubeaux, Guillaume, Armand Saada, Eric Bailly, Claude Guiguen, and Jacques Chandenier. "Ekbom’s syndrome or real ectoparasitosis? An unexpected outcome of hidden springtails." International Journal of Dermatology 53, no. 5 (2012): 628–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-4632.2012.05631.x.

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Mindru, Florina Madalina, Adrian Gheorghe Bumbu, and Darian Faur. "Ekbom Syndrome Management in Elderly Patients: Challenges in Risperidone Titration and Treatment Adherence." Pharmacy 13, no. 2 (2025): 43. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmacy13020043.

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Ekbom Syndrome, also known as Delusional Parasitosis (DP), is considered a rare psychiatric condition. Based on diagnostic criteria, it is characterized by the strong belief of being infested with various parasites, as well as the presence of perceptual disturbances, usually tactile and/or visual hallucinations. The syndrome can manifest idiopathically or in connection with other medical conditions and substance use. Diagnosis is challenging, as patients tend to pursue dermatological care initially. This case report describes an 81-year-old female diagnosed with Ekbom Syndrome, presenting with

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Orsolini, Laura, Diana Corona, Virginio Salvi, and Umberto Volpe. "Long-acting paliperidone in Ekbom’s syndrome in Lewy body dementia: A case report." Translational Neuroscience 13, no. 1 (2022): 201–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1515/tnsci-2022-0230.

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Abstract Introduction Ekbom Syndrome (ES) is characterised by fixed, delusional beliefs that one’s body is infested by parasites or other vermin in absence of supporting clinical evidence. Antipsychotic (AP) treatment, including long-acting injectable (LAI) AP in subjects with poor compliance, is prescribed to manage behavioural and psychotic symptomatology. Objectives We describe a 70-year-old woman who was hospitalised after experiencing new-onset delusions of infestation with visual and tactile hallucinations that led to bizarre behaviours and progressive social withdrawal. Methods She was

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Gimillo Bonaque, J., E. Arroyo Sánchez, P. Setién Preciados, and C. Díaz Mayoral. "Differential diagnosis of acute psychosis after cocaine consumption: a case report." European Psychiatry 67, S1 (2024): S735. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2024.1528.

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IntroductionPsychosis is a common clinical presentation of mental disorder in many psychiatric patients, however, an etiological diagnosis is important when it occurs for the first time in a patient. Regarding a case seen in the Emergency Department recently, with major depression and acute cocaine use, a differential diagnosis was made after adequate organic screening. When presenting delusion of infestation after the consumption of the substance, the main hypothesis was what we call Ekbom syndrome. However, among other possibilities we consider a toxic psychosis or a major depression with ps

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C. Cithanjali, G., K. Manikanda Perumal, and M. P. Prasobh. "Comparative Analysis of Homoeopathic Remedies for Willis-Ekbom Syndrome: A Decisive Approach." International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) 12, no. 10 (2023): 455–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.21275/sr231005140610.

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Mamoune El Mostarchid, Gazzaz Miloudi, and Bourazza Ahmed. "Delusional parasitosis (Ekbom Syndrome): A case report." World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews 23, no. 3 (2024): 2739–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.3.1926.

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Background: Ekbom syndrome or Delusional Parasitosis (DP) is an infrequent psychotic illness, where the patient has a false but firm and strong belief that his body is infested with parasites, worms, insects, or other organisms. This is a monothematic delusion of hallucinatory origin that typically affects older women. The aim: To report two cases of DP. Case report: The first patient presented a generalized sensation of parasite infestation following ischemic stroke. In the second case, the delusions of parasitosis were concentrated in the head only. Conclusion: Delusional parasitosis (DP) or

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Marques, João Gama, and Sofia Brissos. "Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Following Ekbom Syndrome." Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences 27, no. 1 (2015): e91-e91. http://dx.doi.org/10.1176/appi.neuropsych.14010005.

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Mendonça, Felippe José Pontes de, Ivan Abdalla Teixeira, and Valeska Marinho. "Ekbom Syndrome associated with Lewy Body Dementia: A case report." Dementia & Neuropsychologia 14, no. 1 (2020): 83–87. http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/1980-57642020dn14-010014.

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ABSTRACT Ekbom Syndrome, also known as parasitosis delusion or psychogenic parasitosis, is a rare condition in which patients present with a fixed belief of being infested by parasites, vermin or small insects, along with tactile hallucinations (such as pruritus or sensations of the parasites crawling over or under the skin). The syndrome may occur idiopathically or be associated with other medical conditions and drug use. This case report describes the occurrence of Ekbom syndrome in a patient diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), a neurodegenerative disease that commonly presents with sen

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Sławek, Jarosław. "Restless legs syndrome/Willis–Ekbom disease. Questions and answers." Medycyna Faktów 11, no. 3 (2018): 238–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.24292/01.mf.0318.12.

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Ghosh, Anuradha, Debasis Bhattacharyya, Subhendu Datta, et al. "Self inflicted injury in a case of delusional parasitosis." International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences 12, no. 7 (2024): 2635–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20241925.

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Delusional parasitosis also known as Ekbom’s syndrome, is a fixed, firm, false belief about a parasitic infestation of skin despite absence of evidence. Non-suicidal self injury (NSSI) is the deliberate and direct change leading to destruction of healthy body tissues e.g. skin cutting, scratching, burning, hitting of oneself and even enucleation of eye and amputation of body parts. We present a case of a 35-year-old male patient with delusional parasitosis for the past 3 months, referred from dermatology, who resorted to cutting himself on his arm and abdomen. He was treated successfully with

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Grover, Aarti, Courtney Clark-Bilodeau, and Carolyn M. D’Ambrosio. "Restless leg syndrome in pregnancy." Obstetric Medicine 8, no. 3 (2015): 121–25. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1753495x15587452.

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Restless leg syndrome, more recently renamed Willis-Ekbom disease, is a condition that disrupts sleep and occurs more frequently in the pregnant population. We present a 39-year-old woman with restless legs syndrome in the third trimester and discuss the epidemiology, pathophysiology and therapeutic options in the pregnant population while highlighting the challenges posed by the lack of safety data of approved drugs.

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Perez Aparicio, C., L. Rodriguez Rodriguez, and M. J. Gordillo Montaño. "“Ekbom syndrome: delirium engraved on the skin”." European Psychiatry 67, S1 (2024): S759—S760. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2024.1581.

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IntroductionEkbom syndrome also known as Morgellons syndrome or delirium of parasitosis is a psychiatric condition where the patient has the absolute conviction of being infested in spite of medical evidence. Patients may even mutilate themselves or apply toxic substances in order to get rid of these hypothetical organisms. Sometimes they bring samples of these hypothetical parasites to the office to prove their existence, which is known as the “matchbox sign”, a pathognomonic finding.ObjectivesThe aim of this clinical case is to make visible the impact that this psychiatric condition can have

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Carlos, K., L. B. F. Prado, L. B. C. Carvalho, and G. F. Prado. "Willis–Ekbom Disease or Restless Legs Syndrome?" Sleep Medicine 16, no. 9 (2015): 1156–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.sleep.2015.05.022.

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Lloret, M., A. Tatay, M. A. Harto, T. Merino, A. Porcel, and R. Calabuig. "P03-83 - Ekbom syndrome: a case report." European Psychiatry 25 (2010): 1205. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0924-9338(10)71193-7.

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Stevens, Mary Suzanne. "Restless Legs Syndrome/Willis-Ekbom Disease Morbidity." Sleep Medicine Clinics 10, no. 3 (2015): 369–73. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jsmc.2015.05.017.

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