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Olfactory Reference Syndrome in Advanced Aged Patient: A Case Report

Volume 54 · Issue 3 Publish Date: August 1, 2016
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Rukiye Ay
Ay, R. (2016). Olfactory Reference Syndrome in Advanced Aged Patient: A Case Report . Neuropsychiatric Investigation, 54(3), 30–32. https://doi.org/10.5455/NYS.20170614071352
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Abstract

Olfactory Reference Syndrome (ORS) is a rare syndrome characterized by excessive mental activity related to the fact that they secrete a body odor that is uncomfortable for others, social avoidance, and self-isolation because of embarrassment and intense distress due to this odor. According to the case reports in the literature, it is frequently seen in young men. In this case report, a 66-year-old female patient admitted with the complaint of bad odor in her mouth was discussed.

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Journal Neuropsychiatric Investigation
Volume / Issue Volume 54 · Issue 3
Pages 30-32
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Published Online August 1, 2016
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Rukiye Ay
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Ay, R. (2016). Olfactory Reference Syndrome in Advanced Aged Patient: A Case Report . Neuropsychiatric Investigation, 54(3), 30–32. https://doi.org/10.5455/NYS.20170614071352
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