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Fabricated or induced illness
Fabricated or induced illness in children, also known as Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSBP), is a rare but serious form of child abuse in which a caregiver, typically a parent, fabricates or induces illness in a child for attention or sympathy. This complex and often baffling condition poses significant challenges for healthcare professionals in identifying and addressing the underlying causes. This article provides an overview of fabricated or induced illness in children, including its characteristics, risk factors, detection, and management.