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    GlossaryDelusional Infestation (Delusional Parasitosis)

    false belief of being infested with parasites or insects

    Delusional Infestation, also known as Delusional Parasitosis or Ekbom Syndrome, is a psychiatric condition where individuals falsely believe they are infested with parasites, insects, or other organisms. Despite the absence of any medical evidence, sufferers may experience intense itching, skin lesions from excessive scratching, and a persistent conviction that they are infested, often leading to significant distress and impairment in daily functioning.

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