Alice in Wonderland syndrome.

Alice in Wonderland syndrome (AWS) is another rare neurological disorder that causes individuals to experience distorted perceptions of reality, leading to distorted sense of time, size and perception of one's own body image. The condition, also known as micropsia or Lilliput sight, can also affect the sense of hearing and touch.

The causes of AWS are unknown, though it is thought to be related to migraines, drugs and illnesses. The effects of AWS can be mysterious and disorienting. People often report feeling as if their body has been shrinking or growing, or even that the world around them has changed. Thankfully, there are treatments available...

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