14.3 Fabricated or Induced Illness (FII) and Perplexing Presentations

The terminology used to describe fabrication or induction of Illness by a carer is a subject of considerable debate amongst professionals. It has been known by a number of terms including:

• Munchausen syndrome by Proxy

• Factitious Illness by Proxy

• Illness induction syndrome

Fabrication or Induced Illness (FII) is now the commonly used terminology, as it maintains focus on the child

Please refer to the Pan-Merseyside guidance on FII and Perplexing Presentation