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Counterfeit calculi.

P L Rabin, B S Graham

    Southern Medical Journal
    |March 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Factitious illness can mimic kidney stones, presenting a diagnostic challenge. Recognizing this compulsive behavior as a sign of psychological distress is crucial for effective treatment and psychotherapy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Psychiatry
    • Medical Psychology

    Background:

    • Nephrolithiasis (kidney stones) is a common condition with a distinct clinical presentation.
    • Factitious illness, also known as Munchausen syndrome, involves the intentional production or feigning of physical or psychological symptoms.

    Observation:

    • Two patients initially presented with symptoms strongly suggestive of nephrolithiasis.
    • Despite extensive investigations for kidney stones, the diagnosis remained elusive.

    Findings:

    • An incontrovertible diagnosis of factitious illness was established in both patients.
    • The underlying psychodynamics of factitious disorder were reviewed in the context of these cases.

    Implications:

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  • Physicians must consider factitious illness in patients with unexplained or recurrent symptoms mimicking common diseases like nephrolithiasis.
  • Early recognition of compulsive behaviors as indicators of psychological distress is essential.
  • Psychotherapy is recommended as a primary treatment modality for factitious illness.