Conversion Disorder
Definition
Management
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Source
Toronto Notes 2012
- ≥ 1 symptoms or deficits affecting voluntary motor or sensory function that mimic a neurological or GMC (e.g. impaired co-ordination, local paralysis, double vision, seizures or convulsions)
- Psychological factors thought to be aetiologically related to the symptoms as the initiation of symptoms is preceded by conflicts or other stressors
- Spontaneous remission in 95% of acute cases, 50% of chronic cases (>6 months)
Management
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Source
Toronto Notes 2012