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Subject:
Munchausen syndrome
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"D. Shinskie" <[log in to unmask]>
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Lactation Information and Discussion <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Sat, 26 Apr 1997 14:03:45 -0400
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Kathleen: the syndrome to which you are referring is Munchausen's - it is
either self-mutilation & deception by a patient or is carried out on one's
child.  I do agree it sounds much like it.  In such cases psychiatric
treatment is needed.
Debbie Shinskie RN CES IBCLC in Millersburg, PA, USA
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