What Is Dermatophagia?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. Diagnosis
Behavioral disorders can be difficult to understand and can be difficult to miss. In many cases, a patient with dermatophagia will simply be mistaken for somebody that had a bad habit. At least until more serious symptoms start to show. It is thought that many cases of the condition will not be diagnosed at all.
In addition, the patient must be showing signs of causing significant harm to themselves if the condition is to be classified as body-focused repetitive behavior. The condition is also not considered to be a form of self-harm because the patient has no intention of actually causing themselves harm. Regardless, if it is suspected that something is wrong, it is always wise to seek professional guidance.
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