Doctors can approach diagnosis in one of two ways. In some cases, they can rule out specific causes of a condition until only one cause remains. This is a diagnosis of exclusion. When a physician is able to perform a test that gives a conclusive answer, such as a...
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How many deadly car accidents happen every day?
Generally speaking, people think of fatal car accidents as a rarity. They see the reports on the news, but they don’t seriously think they’re facing all that much danger the next time they go get in the car. Part of the problem is that the statistics just seem so...
Should you sue if your doctor apologizes?
In the medical field, it’s normal for hospitals and administrators to tell their doctors and staff not to apologize for mistakes when they speak with patients. This is because admitting that they were negligent or made a mistake could be perceived as an admission of...
How sepsis leads to catastrophic injuries
Have you ever heard of sepsis? If not, you’re not alone. Sepsis has been described as “the deadliest disease you never hear about” because it's the number one cause of hospital deaths in this country -- and most people have no idea what it is until they either...
The increased risk of stroke after a traumatic brain injury
People who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) might not realize that there are serious risks to their health -- and life -- that can last years after the injury occurs. Even if you don’t realize it, there’s a chance that bleeding on the brain occurred due to the...
Does race play a role in medical malpractice for pregnant women and their infants?
The statistics regarding racial inequalities in the American health care system are profound when it comes to maternal mortality rates before, during and after labor and delivery. While Black females only account for 13% of women in this country, they die in...
Car accidents, amputation injuries and their financial aftermath
Auto accident injuries can range from minor to catastrophic. Catastrophic injuries include traumatic brain injury, severe spinal cord damage and limb loss, to name a few. Although amputations may not affect your cognitive abilities as other catastrophic injuries do,...
What makes South Carolina’s wrongful death law a bit different?
Wrongful death statutes are what allow surviving dependent family members to take civil action against an individual or a business responsible for someone's death. These laws allow people to file a lawsuit to seek compensation for provable losses related to their...
Iron deficiency anemia is a risky condition for women of childbearing age
There are many women’s health issues that go misdiagnosed or completely undiagnosed despite how common they are. One of those is iron deficiency anemia, which can be harmful — or even deadly — if it isn’t treated in time. This is the most recognized form of anemia,...
Head injuries are the biggest risk for those who slip and fall
A slip-and-fall is a unique kind of incident that occurs when someone loses traction while walking and ends up falling. Unlike falls from heights, a slip-and-fall typically occurs at a single, fixed level, although these incidents can sometimes involve stairs. ...