#misdiagnosis
#misdiagnosis

fromwww.theboltonnews.co.uk

Woman dies after serious health condition misdiagnosed as nose bleed

Misdiagnosis by a physician associate leads to a woman's death, raising concerns about PA training and public awareness.

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

4 weeks ago

London music

Royal Free Hospital trust 'pays out 26m in misdiagnosis claims'

Royal Free London NHS Trust has paid over £26 million in misdiagnosis claims since 2019, indicating significant issues in diagnostic practices.

Amy Tan's Lyme Disease: The Body Speaks Through the Mind

Amy Tan diagnosed her own Lyme disease after years of misdiagnoses and health turmoil following a mysterious bite.

They thought they had IBS or celiac disease. It was colon cancer.

Colon cancer cases are increasing among people under 45, often misdiagnosed due to symptoms resembling common GI disorders.

Miscellaneous

Nursery worker issues cancer warning after thinking she simply had a stomach bug

Chloe Wakelin's misdiagnosis of bowel cancer highlights the importance of recognizing persistent symptoms and ensuring thorough medical evaluations.

Cancer

fromBusiness Insider

fromwww.theboltonnews.co.uk

They thought they had IBS or celiac disease. It was colon cancer.

Colon cancer cases are increasing among people under 45, often misdiagnosed due to symptoms resembling common GI disorders.

Miscellaneous

Nursery worker issues cancer warning after thinking she simply had a stomach bug

Chloe Wakelin's misdiagnosis of bowel cancer highlights the importance of recognizing persistent symptoms and ensuring thorough medical evaluations.

more#health-awareness

Black Lives Matter

The Internet Is SHOOK After A Non-Black Doctor Drastically Misdiagnosed Their Black Patient

Diversity in medicine is critical to reducing misdiagnoses and improving patient outcomes for marginalized communities.

#autoimmune-disorders

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

The Impact of Misdiagnosed Autoimmune Disorders

Autoimmune disorders and psychiatric symptoms frequently overlap, leading to misdiagnosis and adverse patient outcomes.

fromwww.nytimes.com

9 months ago

Women

Como el estres enmascara los sintomas de una enfermedad cronica

Stress can contribute to chronic diseases and may mask symptoms, leading to misdiagnosis.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

more#autoimmune-disorders

The Impact of Misdiagnosed Autoimmune Disorders

Autoimmune disorders and psychiatric symptoms frequently overlap, leading to misdiagnosis and adverse patient outcomes.

fromwww.nytimes.com

9 months ago

Women

Como el estres enmascara los sintomas de una enfermedad cronica

Stress can contribute to chronic diseases and may mask symptoms, leading to misdiagnosis.

Advice for More Accurate ADHD Diagnosis

ADHD is often misdiagnosed due to societal stereotypes, leading to untreated individuals and mismanagement of care.

Cancer

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Sydenham mum with cervical cancer claims doctors said symptoms were 'period'

Charley Jayne Law faced misdiagnosis for months before being diagnosed with incurable but treatable cancer.

fromIrish Independent

6 months ago

New York City

Man (34) died in agony at Cork University Hospital after waiting nine hours to see doctor, inquest hears

Critical delays in care and misdiagnosis contributed to Pat Murphy's death at Cork University Hospital.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Advice for More Accurate ADHD Diagnosis

ADHD is often misdiagnosed due to societal stereotypes, leading to untreated individuals and mismanagement of care.

Cancer

Sydenham mum with cervical cancer claims doctors said symptoms were 'period'

Charley Jayne Law faced misdiagnosis for months before being diagnosed with incurable but treatable cancer.

fromIrish Independent

6 months ago

New York City

Man (34) died in agony at Cork University Hospital after waiting nine hours to see doctor, inquest hears

Critical delays in care and misdiagnosis contributed to Pat Murphy's death at Cork University Hospital.

Wellness

8 Symptoms Doctors Often Dismiss As Anxiety

Medical professionals often dismiss complex patient symptoms, leading to misdiagnosis and emotional distress.

Patient's advocacy and research can be crucial in obtaining a proper diagnosis.

7 months ago

Medicine

People Are Opening Up About Their Most Mortifying Experiences At The Doctor, And It's Deeply Disturbing

Misdiagnosis can lead to unfairly dismissing a patient's pain, as experienced by a young girl due to a neurologist's oversight.

The importance of thorough investigation and referrals in medical diagnosis, particularly regarding mental health and neurological conditions.

fromBusiness Insider

5 months ago

Writing

Doctors told me I wasn't old enough for cancer. When I finally got a diagnosis, it was Stage 4.

Katie Coleman's memoir details her life-changing cancer diagnosis after years of misdiagnosis, emphasizing the emotional turmoil and eventual acceptance of the truth.

fromtime.com

3 months ago

Wellness

8 Symptoms Doctors Often Dismiss As Anxiety

Medical professionals often dismiss complex patient symptoms, leading to misdiagnosis and emotional distress.

Patient's advocacy and research can be crucial in obtaining a proper diagnosis.

7 months ago

Medicine

People Are Opening Up About Their Most Mortifying Experiences At The Doctor, And It's Deeply Disturbing

Misdiagnosis can lead to unfairly dismissing a patient's pain, as experienced by a young girl due to a neurologist's oversight.

The importance of thorough investigation and referrals in medical diagnosis, particularly regarding mental health and neurological conditions.

fromBusiness Insider

5 months ago

Writing

Doctors told me I wasn't old enough for cancer. When I finally got a diagnosis, it was Stage 4.

Katie Coleman's memoir details her life-changing cancer diagnosis after years of misdiagnosis, emphasizing the emotional turmoil and eventual acceptance of the truth.

more#patient-advocacy

Writing

5 months ago

My Daughter Almost Died At Summer Camp. Here's What I Wish I Told Her Before She Went.

Eden's serious illness was neglected for days due to misdiagnosis as homesickness, risking her life.

Wellness

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

7 months ago

People Are Sharing The "Harmless" Little Sign They Nearly Ignored That Predicted A Life-Threatening Health Scare

Misdiagnosis can lead to prolonged suffering; thorough investigation is crucial in cases of unexplained pain.

Medicine

fromNew York Post

8 months ago

What is Type 1.5 diabetes? All about Lance Bass' autoimmune disease

Latent Autoimmune Diabetes of Adults (LADA) can be misdiagnosed as Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, requires specific testing with autoimmune antibodies for diagnosis.

Alternative medicine

9 months ago

Valley Fever Symptoms and Treatment Options for Children

Valley fever, a fungal infection prevalent in the southwestern US, poses health risks, especially for children due to misdiagnosis and delayed treatment.

Medicine

fromwww.theguardian.com

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

Is systemic racism in medicine putting Black people's lives at risk?

Race-based medicine can lead to misdiagnosis and health disparities.

Alternative medicine

Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome- Step-by-Step Guide

ME/CFS and fibromyalgia are often misdiagnosed, impacting both patients and treatment.

Adrenal exhaustion can be a sign of early fibromyalgia, showcasing the importance of recognizing and addressing symptoms.

fromwww.esquire.com

New York City

Presidential Candidate And Vaccine Denier RFK Jr. Says Doctors Found Worms in His Brain

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s medical history reveals he faced a misdiagnosis of a brain issue and suffered from atrial fibrillation and mercury poisoning.

fromScary Mommy