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Code blue--factitious cyanosis

C H Kellner, S Eth

    The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease
    |June 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This case study presents the first report of factitious cyanosis, a condition where patients intentionally induce symptoms. Recognizing this factitious disorder is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective patient management.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Internal Medicine
    • Medical Ethics

    Background:

    • Factitious disorders, including Munchausen syndrome, involve the intentional production or feigning of physical or psychological signs and symptoms.
    • Cyanosis, a bluish discoloration of the skin, typically indicates hypoxia and requires thorough medical investigation.

    Observation:

    • A psychiatric inpatient presented with unexplained cyanosis, a symptom not attributable to an underlying medical condition.
    • The cyanosis was determined to be factitious, meaning the patient intentionally induced the symptom.

    Findings:

    • This is the first documented case of factitious cyanosis in medical literature.
    • The patient's behavior was linked to underlying psychiatric issues, specifically displaced anger.
    • Factitious signs and symptoms can be isolated and present diagnostic challenges.

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    Implications:

    • Physicians should consider factitious etiology when encountering perplexing symptom clusters.
    • Avoiding confrontation and focusing on the underlying psychological dynamics may improve therapeutic outcomes for patients with factitious disorders.
    • Early identification of factitious disorders is essential to prevent unnecessary medical interventions and ensure appropriate psychiatric care.