Breast-related herniation (BRH) is a vague term for many clinicians. The absence of a universal nomenclature and the different nature of the herniation process involved, being true or false, contribute to this vagueness. BRH includes a spectrum of disorders ranging from a few congenital breast disorders to commoner herniation processes related to acquired breast diseases. We aim to raise multidisciplinary awareness about BRH by reviewing the related literature and reviewing our experience with...

Psychiatric disorders significantly impact orthopaedic practice, often manifesting in ways that can complicate diagnosis and treatment. This narrative review explores psychiatric conditions that mimic musculoskeletal disorders, including Conversion Disorder, Factitious Disorder, Somatic Symptom Disorder, and Malingering. These disorders present a range of challenges, from interfering with accurate diagnosis to contributing to suboptimal clinical outcomes and increased healthcare costs. Is...

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...