TIL about Delusional parasitosis, sometimes referred to as phantom infestation, is a psychological disorder in which an individual mistakenly believes their body is overrun by living or inanimate entities. Typical examples of these perceived invaders include bugs, worms, or microbes.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delusional_parasitosis

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Is it a delusion if it's true 🤔

[u/KrimxonRath → u/Spiley_spile]

If you think about it—it’s kind of like our nerves are snaking through our muscle and flesh as if they were roots or worms through dirt.

[u/big_papa_geek → u/KrimxonRath]

I mean…I would rather not think about that