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The term "rare" disease should be replaced by "rarely diagnosed" disease. The difference is subtle but hugely important.
by tpoacher 2y ago
The term "rare" disease should be replaced by "rarely diagnosed" disease.
The difference is subtle but hugely important.
- s1artibartfast 2y agoIs it not a rare disease? It has been recorded around 100 times worldwide, and is notable enough to publish a paper when it is observed. It is probably more common than diagnosed, but still incredibly rare!
- tpoacher 2y ago> Is it not a rare disease? We don't know. Possibly. > It has been recorded around 100 times worldwide, and is notable enough to publish a paper when it is observed. Indeed. Had it been recorded more often, it wouldn't be as notable. > It is probably more common than diagnosed, but still incredibly rare! Hence rarely diagnosed. :)
- s1artibartfast 2y agoNonsense. It could be 1,000X more common and still be considered a very rare disease. It is safe to say it is rare. A disease is considered "rare" in the US if less than 200k people have it. If there 200k Americans suffering from spontaneous drunkenness, we would know it.