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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Reduplicative paramnesia | |||
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| specialty = [[Neurology]], [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = Belief that a location has been duplicated | |||
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| duration = | |||
| types = | |||
| causes = [[Brain injury]], [[Stroke]], [[Dementia]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical assessment, [[Neuroimaging]] | |||
| differential = [[Capgras delusion]], [[Fregoli delusion]] | |||
| treatment = | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Reduplicative paramnesia''' is a rare [[neurological disorder]] characterized by the delusional belief that a place or location has been duplicated, existing in two or more places simultaneously. It is often associated with a range of conditions including [[Alzheimer's disease]], [[brain injury]], and [[cerebrovascular disease]]. | '''Reduplicative paramnesia''' is a rare [[neurological disorder]] characterized by the delusional belief that a place or location has been duplicated, existing in two or more places simultaneously. It is often associated with a range of conditions including [[Alzheimer's disease]], [[brain injury]], and [[cerebrovascular disease]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Reduplicative paramnesia is typically caused by damage to the right cerebral hemisphere, particularly the frontal lobe and the right retrosplenial cortex. This damage can occur due to a variety of conditions such as [[stroke]], [[trauma]], [[brain tumor]], or [[neurodegenerative diseases]]. | Reduplicative paramnesia is typically caused by damage to the right cerebral hemisphere, particularly the frontal lobe and the right retrosplenial cortex. This damage can occur due to a variety of conditions such as [[stroke]], [[trauma]], [[brain tumor]], or [[neurodegenerative diseases]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of reduplicative paramnesia is the delusional belief that a specific place or location exists in two or more places simultaneously. This can include familiar places such as the patient's home or hospital. The patient may also believe that people or events are being duplicated. | The primary symptom of reduplicative paramnesia is the delusional belief that a specific place or location exists in two or more places simultaneously. This can include familiar places such as the patient's home or hospital. The patient may also believe that people or events are being duplicated. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of reduplicative paramnesia is primarily based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Neurological examination and imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to identify any underlying brain damage or disease. | Diagnosis of reduplicative paramnesia is primarily based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Neurological examination and imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to identify any underlying brain damage or disease. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for reduplicative paramnesia primarily involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve medication, surgery, or other treatments depending on the specific cause. In some cases, cognitive behavioral therapy may be used to help manage symptoms. | Treatment for reduplicative paramnesia primarily involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve medication, surgery, or other treatments depending on the specific cause. In some cases, cognitive behavioral therapy may be used to help manage symptoms. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for reduplicative paramnesia varies depending on the underlying cause of the condition. In some cases, symptoms may improve over time with treatment. However, in cases where the condition is caused by a progressive neurological disease, symptoms may worsen over time. | The prognosis for reduplicative paramnesia varies depending on the underlying cause of the condition. In some cases, symptoms may improve over time with treatment. However, in cases where the condition is caused by a progressive neurological disease, symptoms may worsen over time. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Capgras delusion]] | * [[Capgras delusion]] | ||
* [[Cotard delusion]] | * [[Cotard delusion]] | ||
* [[Fregoli delusion]] | * [[Fregoli delusion]] | ||
* [[Prosopagnosia]] | * [[Prosopagnosia]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Delusional disorders]] | [[Category:Delusional disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs: cognition, perception, emotional state and behaviour]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs: cognition, perception, emotional state and behaviour]] | ||
Latest revision as of 03:09, 4 April 2025
| Reduplicative paramnesia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Neurology, Psychiatry |
| Symptoms | Belief that a location has been duplicated |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Brain injury, Stroke, Dementia |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, Neuroimaging |
| Differential diagnosis | Capgras delusion, Fregoli delusion |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Reduplicative paramnesia is a rare neurological disorder characterized by the delusional belief that a place or location has been duplicated, existing in two or more places simultaneously. It is often associated with a range of conditions including Alzheimer's disease, brain injury, and cerebrovascular disease.
Causes[edit]
Reduplicative paramnesia is typically caused by damage to the right cerebral hemisphere, particularly the frontal lobe and the right retrosplenial cortex. This damage can occur due to a variety of conditions such as stroke, trauma, brain tumor, or neurodegenerative diseases.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of reduplicative paramnesia is the delusional belief that a specific place or location exists in two or more places simultaneously. This can include familiar places such as the patient's home or hospital. The patient may also believe that people or events are being duplicated.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of reduplicative paramnesia is primarily based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Neurological examination and imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan may be used to identify any underlying brain damage or disease.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for reduplicative paramnesia primarily involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve medication, surgery, or other treatments depending on the specific cause. In some cases, cognitive behavioral therapy may be used to help manage symptoms.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for reduplicative paramnesia varies depending on the underlying cause of the condition. In some cases, symptoms may improve over time with treatment. However, in cases where the condition is caused by a progressive neurological disease, symptoms may worsen over time.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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