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New Morgellons Disease Treatment

Also known as unexplained dermopathy, Morgellons disease is a rare disorder that primarily affects the skin. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the cause of the disease remains unknown as of 2010.

  1. Morgellons Features

    • Commonly reported symptoms of Morgellons disease include biting, crawling and stinging sensations on the skin; fibers, granules, specks or threads beneath or on the skin; rashes; and sores. Secondary symptoms often include confusion, fatigue, joint pain, poor concentration, temporary memory loss and vision changes.

    History

    • Oklahoma State University reports that a doctor named Sir Thomas Browne described apparent cases of Morgellons disease among children in 1674. "New Scientist" states treatment wasn't needed because symptoms disappeared independently.

    Morgellons Treatment

    • According to the Mayo Clinic, treatment for Morgellons generally involves consulting a doctor to determine other potential causes of symptoms, such as drug abuse or mental illness, and then treating those conditions.

    Benefits

    • Although treatment may not resolve all Morgellons symptoms, it may help manage symptoms until research reveals more information about the disease's origins and treatment options.

    Warning

    • Some websites promote products that allegedly cure or treat Morgellons. The CDC doesn't validate such websites or recommend or endorse any treatments for Morgellons as of 2010.

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