Posts by Crandall & Pera Law, LLC
NFL players are often misdiagnosed with CTE
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, caused by repeated trauma to the head, is a condition that many football players are diagnosed with. The trouble, though, is that many don’t have it. Ohio residents should know that CTE can only properly be diagnosed in an autopsy and that there is no official method for diagnosing it in living…
Read MoreExcessive coffee drinking associated with more truck crashes
A loved one was killed in a big rig accident on the freeways of Ohio, and you’re thinking about pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit. You’ll have good grounds for such an action if it becomes clear that the truck driver was the one at fault. With the long hours they put in and the drowsiness…
Read MoreWhat are brachial plexus birth injuries?
Giving birth to a new child in Ohio is an exciting experience for most people. New parents often dream about what the future for their children might hold. However, discovering that a child suffered serious brachial plexus injuries during the birth process can be devastating. These types of injuries may have a permanent impact on…
Read MoreFoot cancer types and their symptoms
There are three common types of skin cancer that affect the feet. Ohio residents should know that foot cancer is not necessarily uncommon since it’s not always the result of sun exposure. Some cancers are caused by viruses, chemical exposure, and inherited traits. The first type of cancer that often affects the feet is basal…
Read MorePOTS, a Disorder Easy to Misdiagnose
Ohio residents, especially women under 35, need to know about a disorder called postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. It affects the autonomic nervous system, which is the part of the nervous system that controls the internal organs without one’s conscious effort and, thus, has control over things like heart rate, blood pressure and digestion. It is…
Read MoreWomen are routinely misdiagnosed by doctors
It isn’t uncommon for a woman in Ohio or elsewhere who is having a heart attack to be diagnosed with anxiety or another health condition. This is because women don’t necessarily experience the traditional symptoms of a heart attack such as pain in the jaw or left arm. A female who is having a stroke…
Read MoreFailure to diagnose can lead to unnecessary, dangerous treatment
When Ohio residents have medical concerns, the first step is to see a medical professional for a diagnosis. If there is a failure to diagnose the problem accurately, it can exacerbate it. If a person is diagnosed with a condition and receives treatment for it only to find out they did not have it at…
Read MoreMedical Students struggle to diagnose skin conditions in people of color
In Ohio, patients depend on the correct diagnosis of dermatologic skin conditions. This is especially important when there are problems such as skin cancer that depend on a timely diagnosis and treatment. However, medical students, who eventually end up in a position where they can be diagnosing skin conditions, have difficulty when it comes to…
Read MorePatients’ health threatened by surgical errors
If you go in for surgery with an Ohio specialist, you expect to receive competent, respectful care that provides a long-term solution for your pain or illness. Unfortunately, not all surgeons live up to the standards of the profession, and the results for patients can be devastating. Any surgery poses a risk, but that risk…
Read MoreWhy medical conditions aren’t properly diagnosed
If you have been improperly diagnosed by a doctor or other emergency room professional, you may have been the victim of medical malpractice. A failure to diagnose your malady in a timely manner may lead to a worsened condition, and whoever came up with the wrong diagnosis may be liable for damages. While any condition…
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