Abstract:BACKGROUND
Delusional infestation (DI) is a rare delusional disorder characterized by the fixed belief that one is infested with parasites, worms, insects, and other organisms. Although DI is a psychiatric condition, patients often consult dermatologists with skin findings, and it is currently unclear what treatments are recommended for this disorder.
OBJECTIVE
To systematically review and desc… Show more
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