Artefactual Skin Disorder: Exploring Clinical Features, Psychiatric Associations, and Contemporary Treatment Approaches: A Narrative Review

Artefactual skin disorder is a rare condition characterized by self-inflicted skin lesions, often denied by patients, and is associated with psychiatric comorbidities and psychosocial stressors. Diagnosis is challenging due to its varied clinical manifestations that mimic other skin conditions, requiring exclusion of other diseases and thorough physical examination. Effective management involves a combination of dermatological care, psychotherapy, pharmacological support, and an empathetic approach. The review emphasizes the importance of psychiatric and psychological assessment in treating this psychodermatological disorder.