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Delusion of Pregnancy in a 64-Year-Old Male: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This case describes an instance of delusion of pregnancy in an older male. This patient has a past history of schizophrenia and reported the delusion soon after engaging in a consensual sexual act with another male for the first time. Delusion of pregnancy is a rare disorder, especially among males and older adults. Along with the use of antipsychotic medications, we discuss the approach of using a pregnancy test in a male to aid in reality orientation and dispel the delusion of pregnancy.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.84478

Authors: Vikash Mehan, Maximilian Wehner, Kendahl Oberdorfer, Zaira Khalid

Institutions: Wayne State University, Henry Ford Health

Language: English

Topic: Schizophrenia research and treatment

Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410539561