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health4 days ago•2 min saved

Silent leg condition linked to sixfold heart attack risk often missed in women

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a widespread but frequently underdiagnosed condition where plaque buildup in leg arteries restricts blood flow, significantly increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke. While equally common in men and women, the condition is often overlooked in women due to atypical symptoms, such as fatigue or numbness rather than classic calf pain, and later onset. Early detection via a simple ankle-brachial index test and comprehensive risk management are critical to preventing severe outcomes, including limb amputation and cardiovascular events.

via New York Post|

#cardiovascular-health #diagnosis #health

health8 days ago•20 min saved

Social Media Trends Push Psychiatry to Re-evaluate Diagnostic Criteria for Daydreaming and Sound Sensitivity

The rise of online trends has prompted psychiatrists to scrutinize conditions like maladaptive daydreaming and misophonia, potentially leading to updates in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.

via The Washington Post|

#diagnosis #health #mental-health

health20 days ago•4 min saved

UK to trial needs-based ADHD care, sparking rationing debate

A government-commissioned review proposes a needs-based, triage approach to ADHD and autism services in the NHS, offering targeted early support without formal diagnoses for milder cases and referring only those who would benefit from medication to clinics. Critics say it effectively rationes care and risks driving people to self-diagnose, while supporters argue early non-diagnostic help in schools and workplaces can help. The final report is due soon amid long NHS waiting lists and calls to curb rising diagnoses and costs.

via The Guardian|

#adhd #diagnosis #health

health-and-medicine24 days ago•8 min saved

Nighttime hormone bursts reveal a missed cause of high blood pressure

A wearable device monitored hormones around the clock and uncovered nocturnal bursts of aldosterone in people with primary aldosteronism, a common but often missed cause of high blood pressure. This explains why single blood tests can miss the disorder and points to dynamic, continuous hormone monitoring as a means to improve early diagnosis and treatment.

via Science Daily|

#diagnosis #health-and-medicine #hypertension

health1 month ago•5 min saved

New Heart Attack Definition Aims to Improve Women's Early Diagnosis

A global group of cardiology organizations introduces a simplified three-category heart attack definition, applying sex-specific troponin thresholds and recognizing SCAD to improve early, accurate diagnosis in women, while treatment urgency remains critical.

via Prevention|

#diagnosis #health #heart-attack

health1 month ago•20 min saved

Frontotemporal Dementia Often Begins in Midlife, with Subtle Early Clues

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) often begins in midlife and can resemble a psychiatric disorder, leading to missed or delayed diagnosis. Although relatively rare, FTD is the most common form of early-onset dementia, affecting about 50,000–60,000 people in the U.S. and accounting for roughly 5–10% of all dementia cases. Public attention from cases like Bruce Willis and Wendy Williams has raised awareness, but recognizing early behavioral and language changes remains crucial for timely care planning.

via The Washington Post|

#diagnosis #early-signs #frontotemporal-dementia

health1 month ago•7 min saved

Dolly Parton’s Private Cancer Battle Highlights Why Diagnoses Are Often Hidden

After Dolly Parton’s death following a brief cancer battle, experts say patients often keep a cancer diagnosis private to adjust to the reality, avoid stigma, and preserve how they’re remembered; while disclosure can mobilize support and access to treatments, many ultimately choose privacy.

via Fox News|

#cancer #diagnosis #dolly-parton

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Legs That Look Different: The Real Story of Lipedema and Its Rising Awareness

Soraya Nodrab’s decades-long leg pain was diagnosed as lipedema, a chronic fat-accumulation disorder often mistaken for obesity; the condition’s visibility is increasing thanks to Doja Cat and other creators, but it remains underdiagnosed, with treatment focusing on symptom management and, for some, surgery, while there is no cure, highlighting the emotional toll of living with a misunderstood condition.

via AOL.com|

#awareness #chronic-pain #diagnosis

health1 month ago•19 min saved

Nine Red Flags That Could Signal Chronic Inflammation

Chronic inflammation isn’t just aging or a single disease. Experts describe persistent fatigue, joint pain and stiffness, unexpected weight changes, skin issues, poor sleep, malaise, GI symptoms, fevers, and cognitive fog as potential red flags. Diagnosis can be challenging because there’s no single gold-standard test; doctors rely on history, physical exams, and tests like ANA, C-reactive protein, and ESR. Start with a primary care physician and consider rheumatology if symptoms suggest inflammatory disease. Risk factors include genetics, smoking, stress, excess abdominal fat, poor sleep, and processed-food diets. Lifestyle steps—quality sleep, regular exercise, healthy weight, Mediterranean diet, and avoiding smoking—can help reduce inflammation. Ensure not to self-diagnose; consult a clinician for proper evaluation.

via HuffPost|

#chronic-inflammation #diagnosis #fatigue

science2 months ago•7 min saved

Rethinking Autism: Experts Urge Splitting the Spectrum into Subgroups

A UCL editorial argues Autism Spectrum Disorder may be too broad to guide care, noting the UK prevalence has surged to about 1 in 57 and highlighting distinct early-diagnosed vs. late-diagnosed groups with different genetic and clinical profiles. With no biological biomarker, diagnosis relies on behavior and self-report, risking misdiagnosis as the spectrum expands. The piece calls for splitting autism into precise subgroups and focusing on individuals' specific needs to improve diagnostic accuracy and targeted interventions.

via Neuroscience News|

#autism #diagnosis #prevalence

health2 months ago•162 min saved

Autism redefined: diagnostic drift, rising prevalence, and the risk of misdiagnosis

Uta Frith argues that shifts in diagnostic criteria and broader definitions of autism have changed what the label means, contributing to an uneven rise in prevalence and a growth of the autism spectrum that blurs boundaries. The piece explores drivers of this drift, including tensions between social and medical models of disability and the role of comorbidities in expanding or complicating the spectrum. It calls for greater diagnostic precision and refined phenotyping to distinguish true autism from overlapping conditions, aiming to reduce misdiagnosis and improve targeted care.

via cambridge.org|

#autism #diagnosis #health

health2 months ago•7 min saved

Alzheimer’s Is the Most Common Dementia, Yet Other Forms Vary Widely

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, but many other types exist under the dementia umbrella; early symptoms differ—memory loss is typical of Alzheimer’s, while other dementias may affect processing, behavior, or language. Diagnosis uses medical history, cognitive testing, neurological exams, brain imaging, and blood tests, and while FDA-approved meds mainly target Alzheimer’s, treatments for other dementias are more limited. Prevention focuses on staying physically, cognitively, and socially active and managing cardiovascular risk factors.

via Prevention|

#alzheimers-disease #brain-health #dementia

health2 months ago•10 min saved

Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis and What It Means for Her Life

Singer Carly Simon, 83, announced she has Parkinson’s disease. The article explains that Parkinson's is a progressive brain disorder marked by tremors, rigidity, balance and movement difficulties, and notes risk factors such as age and family history. It also emphasizes that there is no cure, but treatment options, exercise, and therapy can help manage symptoms, and that diagnosis typically requires a medical evaluation rather than a single test.

via HuffPost|

#carly-simon #diagnosis #health

entertainment2 months ago•9 min saved

Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis and new album plans

Carly Simon has disclosed that she has Parkinson's disease, describing its progression as unpredictable and sometimes frightening, while continuing to write, sing and work with treatment; she also shared that she recently underwent surgery to remove a cancerous growth on her face. The 83-year-old singer is releasing a new album, Comes In Waves, in August 2026, with the first single Howl.

via BBC|

#carly-simon #comes-in-waves #diagnosis

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Spit test could slash years-long endometriosis diagnosis wait

A saliva-based test called Endotest detects microRNAs in spit to signal endometriosis, potentially shortening the typical diagnosis wait from as long as 11 years. In the UK, NICE has approved its use in clinician offices for three years, though it is not a stand-alone diagnostic tool. The test aims to speed diagnosis, enable earlier treatment, and reduce invasive procedures for a condition that affects about 1 in 10 women worldwide.

via New York Post|

#diagnosis #endometriosis #endotest