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GlossaryDelusional Infestation (Parasitophobia)

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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research Tales of Bugs, Delusions of Parasitosis, and What to Do

6 citations, December 2008 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Escitalopram might effectively treat delusions of parasitosis and possibly Morgellons disease, with psychological factors being important to consider.

research A Clinical Study of Skin Changes in the Geriatric Population

35 citations, January 2009 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”

Older adults commonly experience wrinkles, itchy skin, psoriasis, fungal infections, skin growths, grey hair, hair loss, and nail ridging, but no skin cancer was found in this group.

research The Prevalence of Skin Disease in the Geriatric Age Group

23 citations, August 1987 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

Older adults in Ottawa commonly have skin conditions like sun damage, dry skin, and hair loss.

research Classification of Psychodermatological Disorders: Proposal of a New International Classification

2 citations, December 2023 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

The document suggests a new way to categorize skin and mind disorders into two main groups to reduce confusion.

research Doctor, You Must Examine My Creature Collection!: A Case Report of Delusional Infestation

June 2022 in “Cureus”

A man wrongly believed he had parasites, showing that delusional infestation can affect men and is often linked with other psychiatric issues, but can be treated with antipsychotics.

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