Munchausens is a rare, possibly ficticious, disorder that is perfect to use in a situation where one has to get in or out of a social
obligation, family event, or work or school
obligation. It is rare enough, that when you mention it, people raise their eyebrows in awe, not wanting to question this serious condition. Works best to say your 'friend' has Munchausens, because if someone actually does
Google it, you won't want them to think you really have it. The perfect 'out.'
Chauncy: "Hey Karen, do you want to
go with me to Opera in the Park tonight?"
Karen: "Oh, wow, thanks, sounds great...
unfortunately my friend Jill... her Munchausens ....it's bad."
Chauncy: "Sounds awful..."
Karen: "yep... Munchausens... " Then look down, wipe a tear. Change subject.