Tiny blue, black or red fibers mysteriously appearing under the skin. Red, itchy welts from an unexplained source. The disease has been labeled "Morgellons," although most medical professionals are not so quick to embrace it just yet. Some psychiatrists have even gone so far as to label those who complain of the fibers as having "Delusional Parasitosis," "Dramatophobia," or "Bugaphobia." I label these psychiatrists as "irresposible" and "reprehensible."
It angers me to my core that the people suffering from Morgellons would be dismissed as kooks. Especially since the CDC has been investigating Morgellons and has recognized that it is real. They're just not sure of its origins or why and how it strikes.
Here's a news story about Morgellons from 2007. And the information on Morgellons from the CDC.
I hope you'll take the time to look this over and recognize that it is very real. We need to support those who have this disease and let them know that we BELIEVE in their suffering. Because if there is anything worse than having an undiagnosed illness, its having those around you not believe that your symptoms are real.
If you suffer from Morgellons, post your stories here, or on The Med Detective Forum. You are not alone.
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Thank you for yor support. There is a bigger problem looming. The denial of those who are most likely infected with this scurge allows them to recklessly move through the homes of others leaving their gift on sheets, towels, floors,other bodies, etc. I personally know of people who are ignoring their symptoms and treating their lesions like bug bites because they are terrified of admitting the truth to themselves and others. They choose ignorance of their condition. How many people are in denial?
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome. It's a frightening disease all around. Perhaps what is most scary is that nothing is known about it. I don't know if you are writing from first-hand experience, but if so, I'd love to know more about Morgellon's and what it is like to have it. Or KNOW someone who has it.
ReplyDeleteAnd most important, I would like everyone who suffers from Morgellons to know that THEY ARE BELIEVED.