Signs of Medical Malpractice You Should Never Ignore

When we go to the doctor, we put our faith in the hands of a professional. We allow the doctor to submit us for tests, we answer questions honestly, and we expect to be taken care of. Everyone understands that some things even modern medicine can't fix, but we do not expect to have the doctor neglect us. Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor advises you in a way that disregards the training, ethics and knowledge that they should have, and if this happens to you, you have the option to act. What are some of the signs that you have been the victim of malpractice?

1. Your Treatment Does Not Work

The first and most obvious sign that you have been a victim of malpractice is that your treatment does not work. This is not always a sign that your doctor has failed you; remember that there are still things that can happen that are beyond a doctor's control.

2. A Second Doctor's Opinion Is in Conflict

Sometimes, we do not realize that medical malpractice has been an issue only in retrospect. If a new doctor seems angry or upset that you have received a certain kind of treatment or even confused, start asking them why they are having the reaction that they are. An expert from Tanner Law Firm says this is a common sign that something went awry during initial treatment. There might be something going on that was not fatal, but still managed to have a negative effect on your recovery.

3. Lab Tests Only

If your doctor makes a diagnosis based only on a lab test, be very careful and ask him or her why this is the diagnosis that was correct. Making a decision based only off of a lab test is something that can go on to be a serious issue if the guess is not correct. Make sure that you know why you are given a diagnosis, and what physical signs you are showing.

4. Uncommon Problem with Common Side Effects

In medicine, as is often the case with life, the best solution is the most obvious one. If your doctor insists that you have something serious, and it is based off of a 'normal' symptom, take a moment to seriously question what is going on. A second opinion and a malpractice suit might be in order.

Remember that medical malpractice can have serious and even fatal consequences. We trust our doctors a great deal, but it is always important for us to be careful about the treatments we get and the expertise of those in charge of our care.

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tayjor

The amount of medical malpractice cases coming up these days are so alarming that people are getting worried that something will happen to them while getting treatment. In some cases, people are suspecting that even the best of the doctors will make a mistake. You can’t blame them entirely, but people shouldn’t mistrust the doctor they are seeking the treatment from. They just need to be careful and able to identify any signs of malpractice. There is another blog I have read recently about it. It’s written by an experienced medical malpractice lawyer named Joseph Campisi in Brampton, https://www.campisilaw.ca/blog/know-youve-victim-medical-malpractice/. Lawyers like him are able to identify most of such malpractice issues with their years of experience.

October 29, 2015 - 10:48pm

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Not all but few health professionals do malpractice. And it is not difficult to rule out, as described in your article. Thanks for sharing. Every year thousands of people suffer due to medical malpractice or negligence.

January 21, 2015 - 9:03am

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kristincaliendo Guide

Dear Emma,

Thank you for sharing your article with the EmpowHER community. The information that you provided can really help those who feel that they have been taken advantage of and will empower them to do something about it.

Thank you for sharing!

Best,

Kristin

January 20, 2015 - 2:17pm