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Please answer! what would cause an elderly woman to have morbid hallucinations?
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Many things: A complete medical evaluation is essential. Is there dementia? Medication review is important. Is she depressed ? Psychotic depression is not uncommon I the elderly. Have her see a Geriatrician or a good internist for a full exam.
Answered 5/20/2014
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