The physical manifestations you mention could be perceived to be present if part of delusional material the patient experiences as real. Death from suicide is possible, monitoring by a health professional to look for any evidence of suicidal or homicidal ideation is an important part of care. Do not confuse with Dissociative Identity Disorder, where patients have alter egos
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