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Is there a connection between alopecia totalis or diabetes and hallucinations? 70yr old aunt seeing zebras (animal) at night. psychologist is stumped.

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Hallucinations: I am very surprised that your aunt was not helped by the Psychologist. A clinic visit to a Psychiatrist would be in order.

Dr David agreed

Answered 3/17/2015

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