Munchausen Syndrome Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Munchausen Syndrome? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Munchausen Syndrome.
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Symptoms of Munchausen Syndrome
If you or someone you know experiences any of these symptoms, do not assume Munchausen syndrome is the cause. These symptoms may be due to other health conditions. If you or someone you know experiences any one of them, tell your doctor:
- Dramatic, inconsistent medical history
- Unclear and uncontrollable symptoms
- Relapses following improvement of condition
- Extensive knowledge of hospitals and medical terminology
- Multiple surgical scars
- Appearance of new symptoms after negative test results
- History of treatment at numerous hospitals, clinics, and doctors' offices
- Attempts to avoid communication between previous and current doctors, and between doctors and family members
- Symptoms that appear only when patient is alone or unobserved
- Insistence on and even enthusiasm about medical tests or procedures
- Self-inflicted or simulated signs and symptoms of disease
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