The quality of a doctor-patient relationship has a major impact on the healthcare you receive. Working with the right doctor is integral to maintaining overall wellness, but it can also help you avoid errors and oversights that could lead to claims of medical...
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Dealing with premature hospital release after surgery
If you are a patient undergoing surgery, you place your trust in your medical team, expecting they will make decisions in your best interest. But what happens if you believe the hospital released you too early after your surgery? This situation can lead to confusion,...
How can distractions in the office impact medication errors?
As you talk to your doctor about a medical issue, several realizations may come into your mind. The amount of times this professional stops talking to you in order to pay attention to another issue or looks away while writing could leave you with an incorrect...
What are some hard-to-detect signs of a TBI?
After a serious crash, fall or other catastrophic injury, you may assume you do not need any additional medical help since you do not feel seriously in pain. The days and hours after this incident can reveal a different story. Learning more about the signs of a...
Most common types of misdiagnosed cancer
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event. However, the accuracy of the initial diagnosis plays a crucial role in determining the most effective treatment plan. Unfortunately, instances occur where healthcare professionals misdiagnose cancer, leading to...
The 5 most misdiagnosed cancers
When it comes to treating almost any kind of cancer, early detection can make all the difference. The sooner you start getting treatment, the better your prognosis will be. However, research has shown that doctors frequently misdiagnose certain types of cancer, which...
What is prolonged labor and why is it dangerous?
Giving birth is not an easy task. It truly is hard work. Even when everything goes smoothly and by the book, it takes a toll on the mother and the baby. But when labor does not progress as it should, complications can occur. Doctors should watch for prolonged labor,...
Evaluating the link between nerve pain and surgical procedures
Experiencing nerve pain following a surgical procedure can be a challenging and disruptive ordeal. In some cases, there may be a possibility that surgical errors have caused the nerve pain. This article will explain what steps to take if you feel that your nerve pain...
How common are misdiagnoses in health care?
When you experience new symptoms and health concerns, you naturally expect your doctor to provide answers. And in many cases, medical professionals can get to the bottom of health issues quickly and efficiently. However, medical misdiagnoses pose a huge threat to...
3 types of mistakes hospitals make about heart attacks
Medical outcomes are never entirely certain. However, competent hospitals and doctors do everything that they reasonably can to minimize the risk of an adverse result. In other words, mistakes can happen — especially with complex, dangerous conditions such as heart...
