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Prosopometamorphopsia, also known as 'Demon Face Syndrome,' is a rare neurological disorder where individuals see faces as distorted or transformed into other images, such as dragons or zombies, often caused by brain damage affecting visual processing. The condition is extremely rare, with only around 75 reported cases, and can significantly impact perception and quality of life.
Only 75 people worldwide are known to experience 'demon face syndrome', a rare neurological condition causing faces to appear warped, with potential causes including head injuries, strokes, epilepsy, and migraines. Victor Sharrah, a sufferer of this condition, described the experience as living in a "horror movie" and hopes for better understanding and treatment to prevent others from enduring the trauma he has faced.
Computer-generated images provide insight into the visual distortions experienced by individuals with prosopometamorphopsia (PMO), a rare neurological disorder that affects perception of faces. A 58-year-old man with PMO reported seeing distorted and "demonic" faces, but could still recognize individuals. Researchers found no delusional beliefs associated with the distortions and created images based on the patient's descriptions. The study aims to raise awareness about the severity of PMO and was published in The Lancet journal.