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My sister says she has munchausen syndrome. are family members more likely to get the same thing?
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Not catchy: Muchausen is a psychologic condition where the patient deliberately harms themselves in order to get attention of medical professionals. Most won't readily admit they have it, so i would question whether they are just messing with you. I wonder about her need for attention from you.
Answered 10/3/2016
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