The Invisible Threat- Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: A Series of Three Case Reports

"Munchausen syndrome by proxy” elucidate cases where caregivers, typically mothers, fabricate medical histories for their children, frequently accompanied by falsified physical symptoms or manipulated laboratory results. The primary goal is minimising herm to the child, irrespective of the perpetrator’s motivation. We present here 3 cases owing to its unconventional presentation and engage in a discussion regarding its diagnostic challenges. In every scenarios, subjecting the child to unnecessary and repetitive medical interventions, along with frequent hospital admissions, poses a significant burden on their childhood development. It is important for healthcare professionals across various disciplines to have a thorough understanding of this condition. This knowledge is vital in order to prevent unnecessary interventions and expedite referrals to psychiatric services.