#diagnosis

#diagnosis

A.D.H.D. diagnoses and treatment understanding are evolving, with renewed focus on environmental factors.

The rise in childhood diagnoses reflects societal shifts in understanding rather than an actual increase in mental health issues.

Expanded definitions in DSM-5 blur the lines of mental health diagnostics and increase access.

The rise in autism diagnoses reflects changes in awareness and definitions rather than an actual increase in the condition.

The rise in autism diagnoses is substantial and may be linked to factors beyond increased awareness and screening.

A deeper issue in behavioral changes among children might be overlooked in the diagnosis of autism.

Misinterpretation of autism statistics may lead to misinformation about the disorder's causes, such as vaccines.

The CDC report highlights a significant increase in autism diagnoses among children, raising concerns about the perceived autism epidemic.

The author's diagnosis of autism at 33 influenced his understanding of his daughter, Willow-Ivy, who is also autistic.

Autism diagnosis deepens the connection between the footballer and his daughter, impacting their lives and understanding.

Rory Kennedy's unexpected colon cancer diagnosis emphasizes the importance of early screening despite a healthy lifestyle.

Obesity diagnosis needs to move beyond BMI, focusing on more accurate health assessments.

Indu Navar advocates for improved ALS diagnosis and research to help patients receive timely and effective treatments.

Family chylomicronemia syndrome can cause debilitating symptoms and severe complications if undiagnosed.

Chronic conditions can present symptoms that may be misperceived as normal until a professional diagnosis reveals otherwise.

Sleep apnea is common yet often undiagnosed, with treatment methods available to improve sleep quality.

ADHD is highly heritable and influenced by genetic factors, making recognition of familial patterns essential for diagnosis and treatment.

Diagnosis can replace unhelpful labels with a more accurate understanding of a child's behavior.

ADHD diagnosis rates spike on Halloween, reflecting the impact of cognitive biases and environmental influences in medical assessments.

Abnormal Core 1 biomarkers can diagnose Alzheimer's Disease, including amyloid PET and phosphorylated tau 217.

Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.

Endometriosis is often misdiagnosed and severely impacts various body systems, causing significant pain and fatigue.

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease with subtle symptoms that complicate its diagnosis.

A significant gap exists in osteoporosis treatment, with 70% of high-risk patients inadequately managed, leading to serious health consequences.

Kevin Campbell's death highlights issues in hospital diagnosis practices regarding severe infections.

Most patients face minimal cancer risk from CT scans, but unnecessary exposure is unacceptable.

CT scans have a very low increase in cancer risk but offer significant diagnostic benefits.

Doctors should balance the risks and benefits of CT scans, considering alternatives when possible.

Occasional forgetfulness is normal with aging, but dementia disrupts daily life.

Mild cognitive impairment may indicate a risk for dementia.

Dementia symptoms include more than memory loss; they affect daily functioning.