Late onset simple schizophrenia.

Abstract

Simple schizophrenia is a rarely used and controversial diagnosis. Here we report the case of a 54-year-old man with insidious changes in personality and behaviour, lacking perceptual abnormalities and delusions. He showed progressive inability in general functioning and self-care. He was diagnosed with simple schizophrenia and treated with antipsychotics, making a rapid and maintained recovery. We use this case to illustrate the continued relevance of the diagnosis, and highlight the risks of overlooking these patients, with significant consequences for their ability to function adequately in society.

• Authors: D O'Brien, J Macklin
• Journal: Scottish medical journal (Scott Med J) Vol. 59 Issue 1 Pg. e1-3 (Feb 2014) ISSN: 0036-9330 [Print] Scotland
• PMID: 24444662 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Antipsychotic Agents

Topics

• Age of Onset
• Antipsychotic Agents (therapeutic use)
• Humans
• Male
• Middle Aged
• Prognosis
• Schizophrenia (diagnosis, drug therapy)