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Monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis in developing countries.

A A Osman1

  • 1Jeddah Psychiatric Hospital, Saudi Arabia.

The British Journal of Psychiatry : the Journal of Mental Science
|September 1, 1991
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Monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis, a delusion of emitting foul odors, is more common than previously recognized. This study highlights its presence in developing countries, with fifteen patients presenting this specific olfactory delusion.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Mental Health Research
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis (MHP) is increasingly recognized in psychiatric literature.
  • However, research on MHP in developing countries remains limited.
  • This study addresses the gap by examining MHP cases in a specific cultural context.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence and presentation of monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis in a developing country context.
  • To describe clinical characteristics of patients with MHP, specifically focusing on the delusion of emitting foul smells.
  • To contribute to the understanding of MHP beyond Western psychiatric settings.

Main Methods:

  • A case series approach was employed.

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  • Fifteen patients diagnosed with monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis were identified and described.
  • Data collection focused on the presenting delusion of emitting a foul smell.

    • Main Results:

    • Fifteen patients presenting with the delusion of emitting a foul smell were identified.
    • This finding suggests MHP may be more prevalent in developing nations than previously assumed.
    • The specific delusion of foul smell emission was a consistent feature across the cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis, characterized by delusions of emitting foul smells, is present in developing countries.
    • Further research is needed to understand the cultural and epidemiological factors influencing MHP in these regions.
    • Psychiatrists in developing countries should be aware of MHP as a potential diagnosis.