This comprehensive review critically examines the complex relationship between Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy (MSBP) and its dermatological manifestations, uncovering new insights into the relatively uncharted territory of this psychiatric disorder. By synthesizing existing literature, case studies, and clinical observations, this paper reveals the multifaceted spectrum of dermatological phenomena seen in individuals affected by MSBP, ranging from self-inflicted injuries to entirely fabricated...

Ganser syndrome is a rare and historically controversial disorder characterized by approximately correct (but not quite correct) answers to simple questions (called vorbeigehen or vorbeireiden), visual and auditory hallucinations, and "clouded consciousness" or encephalopathy. These symptoms usually co-occur with various functional neurological symptoms. We present the case of a 53-year-old man who arrived as a stroke alert with sudden-onset left-sided weakness and numbness, one day after being...

A diagnosis of behavioral variant frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD) often relies on informant reports of significant behavioral changes. "BvFTD-by-proxy" describes situations of neuropsychiatric changes reported solely by an informant under circumstances that may raise questions regarding their objectivity. We present three cases of bvFTD-like symptoms reported by spouses, where progression was unclear, testing showed mild but stable executive dysfunction, and neuroimaging was unremarkable. The...

CONCLUSION: This study showed that FD is underdiagnosed, and more attention is needed to the signs of this diagnosis in the assessments. Also, the clinical features showed that treatment should account for comorbid disorders.