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Olfactory reference syndrome
Olfactory reference syndrome (ORS) is a psychiatric condition in which there is a persistent false belief and preoccupation with the idea of emitting abnormal body odors which the patient thinks are foul and offensive to other individuals.[1][2] People with this condition often misinterpret others' behaviors, e.g. sniffing, touching their nose or opening a window, as being referential to an unpleasant body odor which in reality is non-existent and cannot be detected by other people.[3]
This disorder is often accompanied by shame, embarrassment, significant distress, avoidance behavior, social phobia and social isolation.[4]
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- ^ Lochner, C; Stein, DJ (Oct–Dec 2003). "Olfactory reference syndrome: diagnostic criteria and differential diagnosis". Journal of Postgraduate Medicine. 49 (4): 328–31. PMID 14699232.
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