• Cancer Misdiagnosed
• Associated Disease
• Complications Not Diagnosed
• Heart Attack Misdiagnosed
• Over-diagnosed Conditions

Over-diagnosis is a common form of medical malpractice that occurs when certain conditions are diagnosed more often than others. It typically occurs when a physician finds symptoms that are similar to those of other conditions and/or diseases and the incorrect condition is diagnosed because it is more common or quick to recognize. Often times, the proper testing and laboratory tests are not taken to ensure proper diagnosis. This is a major type of medical malpractice and happens quite often as medical professionals spread too thin with their patients. Over-diagnosis may also be a result of inadequate knowledge or awareness of certain conditions.

A number of conditions can be over-diagnosed by medical professionals, which can lead to serious injury or even death in unsuspecting patients. You never know when a medication or specific treatment can have major side affects that cause serious injury or even death. Some commonly over-diagnosed conditions include:

• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – ADHD is one of the most over-diagnosed conditions, particularly in children. Doctors commonly diagnose children with ADHD and prescribe Ritalin treatment that can cause serious harm to those who do not have behavioral problems.
• Sinusitis – Studies have found that many patients who have been diagnosed with sinusitis don't have the condition. Sinusitis is a commonly over-diagnosed condition because it shares the same symptoms as the common cold or asthma.
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) – IBS is the most over-diagnosed condition of the chronic digestive disorders, causing other serious conditions, such as Crohn's disease or Celiac disease, to get overlooked.
• Alzheimer's disease – This mental disorder is over-diagnosed and other alternatives are commonly overlooked.

Over-diagnosed conditions may lead to a delay in proper diagnosis and treatment increasing the risks of serious injury and even death in patients. If you or someone you love has suffered serious harm as a result of a misdiagnosis, you may be eligible to file a medical malpractice lawsuit to seek compensation for your damages including pain and suffering, medical expenses, and other related expenses.

Please contact us today to learn more about over-diagnosed conditions or to speak with an Orlando medical malpractice lawyer who can protect your legal rights and maximize your options.