It was a case of dementia. However, the prominent visual hallucinations necessitated a deeper exploration to pinpoint the underlying cause.
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A sexagenarian used to hallucinate slithering snakes and youngsters in lewd acts, making his family members uncomfortable. When his fears and disrupted sleep patterns became unbearable, they consulted a doctor, who diagnosed the man with dementia. However, the presence of prominent visual hallucinations necessitated a deeper exploration to pinpoint the underlying cause.