Monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis in developing countries.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Although a large growing literature indicates that monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis is more common than previously thought, little contribution has been made from psychiatrists working in developing countries. Fifteen patients are described who presented with the delusion of emitting a foul smell.
Medical subject headings
- Delusions
- Developing Countries
- Hypochondriasis
- Psychotic Disorders