The label of “Morgellons disease”: Experiences of an integrated multidisciplinary dermatology team to achieve positive outcomes

Background: In recent years there has been a reported increase in affliction of the skin with small fibers or other particles. The condition has been referred to as Morgellons disease. Patients present with stinging, burning or crawling sensations of the skin, with perceived extrusion of inanimate material alongside fatigue and other systemic symptoms. Sufferers often experience significant morbidity and reduction in quality of life. Many dermatologists believe Morgellons to be a variant of delusional infestation (DI) and question the notion of its existence as a separate diagnostic entity.
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research