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Yes it is called Pathological Liar or Compulsive Liar.

If someone is lying to gain something whether it be admiration, power, money, etc. this is a Pathological Liar.

If someone is lying about everything even small details or changes stories around for no apparent reason this is a Compulsive Liar.

I personally think both are dangerous and both can and/or will lie for some sort of gain. Usually a Compulsive Liar will lie, know it's a lie, and actually believe it. A Pathological Liar might know they are lying and not necessarily believe it but will defend it.

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