unexplained dermopathy (Morgellons)

Etiology

unknown

Clinical manifestations

• skin manifestations:
  • crawling, biting & stinging sensations
  • granules, threads, fibers, or black speck-like materials on or beneath the skin
  • skin rashes or sores
• additional manifestations:
  • fatigue, mental confusion, short term memory loss
  • joint pain
  • changes in vision

Laboratory

none helpful

Management

supportive

More general terms

• skin disease (dermatologic disorder, dermatopathy, dermatosis)