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What is the medical term for an adult who pretends to be ill for attention but does not have Munchhausen by proxy?
Munchhausen syndrome is the condition in which a patient pretends to be ill for attention. In contrast, Munchhausen by proxy is the term for someone who pretends another person (usually their child) is ill for attention.
What do you call someone who thinks they are seriously ill but they are not?
they are usually called hypochondriac or suffering from Munchhausen syndrome
What do you call a person who makes up stories that are not factual or never happened?
Munchhausen Syndrome
Is open Sella syndrome flattened pituitary gland hereditary?
No, Ella Syndrome with a flattened pituitary gland is not hereditary.
Is sundowners syndrome hereditary?
is sundowners hereitary
Can Tourette syndrome be prevented?
no, it's hereditary
Is munchhosen syndrome real?
Munchhausen syndrome, also known as Factitious Disorder Imposed on Self, is a psychological condition where an individual deliberately fabricates or exaggerates symptoms of illness for attention or sympathy. While the term "Munchhausen syndrome" is commonly used, it is now more accurately referred to as Factitious Disorder. It's important to differentiate this from Munchausen by Proxy, where someone fabricates illness in another person. Both conditions are recognized in the field of psychology but are relatively rare.
When was The Very Same Munchhausen created?
The Very Same Munchhausen was created in 1979.
What causes Asperger syndrome?
With strong evidence, genetic as it is hereditary.
Is Nail-patella syndrome hereditary?
Nail-patella syndrome (NPS), also known as hereditary osteo-onychodysplasia (HOOD), is a rare, genetically determined disease, which is inherited as a dominant trait. So yes, it is hereditary.
Is compartment syndrome hereditary?
Compartment syndrome is not typically considered to be hereditary. It is more commonly associated with acute trauma or overuse injuries that lead to increased pressure within a muscle compartment, restricting blood flow and potentially causing damage to tissues. Genetics may play a role in an individual's susceptibility to certain conditions that can contribute to compartment syndrome, but it is not considered a directly hereditary condition.
When was Les Aventures de baron de Munchhausen created?
Les Aventures de baron de Munchhausen was created in 1911.
