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What is pseudocyesis or phantom pregnancy?
short by Dr. Sarthak Dave / on Monday, 1 July, 2024
Pseudocyesis is a rare psychiatric disorder in which a woman believes she is pregnant and experiences all the associated symptoms, such as morning sickness, despite not being pregnant. According to psychiatrist Dr. Sarthak Dave, physical changes like abdominal distension and breast engorgement also occur. However, USG shows fat deposition. Psychiatric consultation is important for this condition.