Jan 22 2008 Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) decided to launch a detailed study into the
nature of Morgellons, also known as unexplained dermopathy. On
their website they write: Considering the complexity of this
condition, we believe that a measured and thorough approach
offers the best chance for finding useful answers. To learn more
about this condition, CDC is conducting an epidemiologic
investigation. Morgellons is certainly a very interesting
medical entity, as the many questions I have received about this
enigmatic condition indicate. Briefly, those who suffer from
Morgellons have a chronic sense of itching and tingling under
their skin. This sensation leads to scratching. The
dermatological manifestations include open sores, and there have
been reports of strange fibers extruding from these sores.
Sufferers also often exhibit psychiatric symptoms, such as
anxiety. There are two schools of thought about what is the true
nature of Morgellons. One side, including the Morgell