The Most Preventable Cause of Poor Health—The Missed Diagnosis When Jasmine, a 29-year-old new mother, returned to the emergency room one week after delivery, she complained of shortness of breath and fatigue. She was sent home twice with reassurance that it was “just the stress of new motherhood.” Then she collapsed in her living room and was admitted to the hospital. The diagnosis—postpartum cardiomyopathy (heart…
A Missed Diagnosis Today Can Be Tomorrow’s Health Crisis
A Missed Diagnosis Today Can Be Tomorrow’s Health Crisis Maria, a 28-year-old retail worker, began experiencing shortness of breath and chest tightness during her shifts. She went to urgent care twice and was told it was likely anxiety or fatigue. No further testing was ordered. Months later, Maria collapsed and was admitted with advanced heart failure caused by an undiagnosed congenital heart condition. When symptoms…
Endometriosis: What Every Clinician Should Know
Endometriosis: What Every Clinician Should Know Endometriosis, pronounced end-o-me-tree-o-sis, is more than just “bad cramps.” It is a chronic, often misunderstood condition that can affect adolescents and adults alike. For providers in training and early practice, building awareness of endometriosis is essential for timely recognition, diagnosis, and management. What Is Endometriosis? Endometriosis occurs when tissue resembling the uterine lining is found outside of its usual location.…