There are few things more important in life than your health. Without this, you are unable to do most of the things you enjoy each day. It’s normal for people to pick up the odd bug, particularly during winter. Nonetheless, there may be occasions when more serious...
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Did your physician fail to diagnose a serious medical condition?
Getting an accurate diagnosis is crucial if you've ever been sick and had to go to the doctor. But what happens when a doctor misses your diagnosis? Unfortunately, misdiagnoses are all too common - and they can have serious consequences for your health. The...
Crucial evidence in a medical malpractice claim
Claims related to medical malpractice are among the most complex for various reasons. First, the field of medicine is ever-evolving, and there may be different diagnostic or treatment procedures for similar conditions. Second, evidence related to such claims may not...
What causes cerebral palsy?
Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder that affects movement and posture. It can occur in premature or full-term infants, children and adults. The condition has many different causes, and it can affect people differently. While there is no cure for cerebral palsy,...
A deadly condition commonly misdiagnosed
You trust your doctor as the medical expert and have certain expectations of them. One of those is to recognize your symptoms, diagnose them, and treat the condition accordingly. In some cases, a misdiagnoses or delayed diagnosis can have severe medical consequences....
When is a doctor guilty of negligent referral?
Primary care physicians refer their patients to more specialized providers all the time. Even specialists like OB-GYNs may refer patients to doctors with more experience and training in a particular area of medicine. In fact, a doctor’s failure to refer a patient whom...
2 types of brain injuries a child can suffer at birth
When you are expecting a baby, chances are you are looking forward to a healthy bundle of joy. The last thing in your mind is birth injuries, either to the infant or the mother. Unfortunately, there are times when medical negligence leads to injuries at birth. One of...
Not all negative medical events are malpractice
When you go see the doctor, it’s important to remember that negative outcomes are possible. In some cases, there are simply risks to different types of surgery, for example. Or there are diseases that doctors can treat, but there’s absolutely no guarantee that they...
You can’t always diagnose cerebral palsy right away
If your child has cerebral palsy, you know they're going to face a lot of challenges. This is a disorder that is linked to the brain, and it's often caused by a lack of oxygen. This can happen while a child is being born if there are complications during the...
Even with modern technology, mistakes can lead to birth injuries
Expectant mothers feeling the pain of contractions will rush to the hospital to secure the support of medical professionals during labor and delivery. For most women, delivery at the hospital will improve their chances of a healthy birth and a quick recovery. For a...