Juveline ocular factitious disease and its psychological implications

Abstract

Factitious disorder (FD) is a diagnostic entity in which patients intentionally manipulate clinicians by creating false physical or mental symptoms. Although the disorder is rare, having an early diagnosis is critical because it causes unnecessary health expenditures and tends to become chronic. In this article, we discuss two case reports of ophthalmic manifestations of FD. Although the management of FD is challenging, early detection and referral to a psychologist improves the outcome.