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Ubiquity Press, Tremor and Other Hyperkinetic Movements, 0(5), p. 5, 2015

DOI: 10.5334/tohm.279

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Nine Years with Munchausen Syndrome: A Case of Psychogenic Dystonia

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Abstract

Background: Munchausen syndrome presenting with psychogenic dystonia is a rare condition. Phenomenology Shown: A psychogenic dystonia case presenting with an acute onset of retrocollis, lower limb dystonia and bizarre gait was diagnosed as Munchausen syndrome. Educational Value: Recognizing psychogenic dystonia avoids unnecessary investigations and provides successful treatment.