Misdiagnosis

Sunday, May 18, 2025 endometriosis pain diagnosis womenshealth gynaecology nhs healthcare misdiagnosis waitinglists excision

For over a decade, I was told my pain was all in my head. At 16, I first reported troubling symptoms to my GP, only to be dismissed and told I’d “grow out of it.” Multiple doctors attributed my suffering to … Read More

Sunday, April 27, 2025 jaw pain heart attack warning sign symptoms women's health misdiagnosis silent heart attack chest discomfort healthcare early detection

Chest pain and shortness of breath are well-known symptoms of a heart attack, but jaw pain can also be a warning sign. While it may be tempting to dismiss jaw pain as a dental problem, it could indicate reduced blood flow to … Read More

Sunday, April 20, 2025 lyme disease ren gill misdiagnosis music awareness autoimmune symptoms ticks rash flu-like neurological

Lyme disease can have lingering and severe impacts, often due to being misdiagnosed at the onset. While not usually fatal, it can lead to neurological complications, heart issues, and arthritis if left untreated. Ren Gill, a … Read More

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 misdiagnosis cancer teenager resilience childhood family awareness research devotion support

A mother’s relentless efforts to seek medical attention for her daughter, Megan Kelly, resulted in a heartbreakingly late diagnosis of cancer. Jane, Megan’s mother, noticed a drastic change in her daughter’s … Read More

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 sandi toksvig health crisis australia near-death misdiagnosis pneumonia comedy qi presenter tour

In a startling revelation, comedian and QI presenter Sandi Toksvig shared her terrifying health scare during her tour in Australia. After collapsing in Sydney, doctors initially suspected she may have contracted a venereal … Read More