Munchausen (Munchhausen) Syndrome

Does the patient's history indicate frequent changes in health care providers?

Is the person knowledgable about the illness being reported?

Has the patient made any statements about her/himself that seem extravagant or fantastic?

Does the patient's account seem plausible on initial presentation but tend to break down on probing?

Is there an obvious source of immediate financial or physical benefit?

Does the patient strongly deny any suggested that s/he may be fabricating the condition?