Diagnosing patients is a basic job responsibility for a physician. Medical doctors have to determine what causes an individual's symptoms if they want to arrange for the best treatment plan possible. Doctors have access to numerous resources that help them accurately...
Diagnosis is a major part of how medical professionals support their patients. Dozens of different medical conditions can all cause the same basic symptoms. Patients rely on their doctors to make sense of their symptoms and help them determine the true underlying...
One reason for a misdiagnosis of skin cancer is if the doctor believes the condition is actually something else entirely. This could also lead to a delayed diagnosis. The doctor may eventually figure out that the patient is dealing with skin cancer, but it may be...
Everyone dreads the cancer diagnosis. But what is far worse is not getting the diagnosis while there is still time to fight back against the disease. Sometimes, no news can wind up being the worst news of all. What happens when your cancer diagnosis is delayed? Below...
When people in California or anywhere in the country receive a cancer diagnosis, they experience a surge of emotions. They may wonder if they will be able to beat the cancer, or they may feel the cancer is too advanced and that they only have a short time left with...
Many people in California are receiving cancer diagnoses at an earlier age. Yet, even when presented with symptoms, some don't always get the correct diagnosis and remain in denial that their lives may be in danger. Do medical professionals remain responsible if they...
People in California and other locations have a natural sleep-wake cycle called the circadian rhythm. This natural cycle controls many things about how the body works, including hormone levels. Doctors are beginning to believe that certain types of cancer respond to...
California breast cancer misdiagnosis can have devastating results. When breast cancer is misdiagnosed, the patient doesn't get the needed treatment. Delays in treatment allow the cancers to progress. In addition, it’s possible to misdiagnose breast cancer because...
When California residents see doctors for health concerns or routine checkups, they expect courtesy and professionalism. Unfortunately, not all doctors act the way patients expect; some may even exhibit rudeness. In some cases, a patient may question whether this...
In California and across the United States, a new study has found that gallstones may be a warning sign of an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer is a destructive disease, with a five-year survival rate of just 9%. Early detection is vital to...
