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Why is over diagnosis a problem? Sure some things have minor negative effects like radiation exposure. But still I think people should be able to elect whatever
by blackeyeblitzar 2y ago
Why is over diagnosis a problem? Sure some things have minor negative effects like radiation exposure. But still I think people should be able to elect whatever diagnosis they want if they can pay. It’s their body and there is also a lot of under diagnosis in the industry, especially from doctors who don’t listen to patients or don’t have time to deeply understand each case. The patient should have control. There is no reason doctors have to make it so hard to get broad blood panels and things like that, for example.
And from the study’s conclusion:
> These data demonstrate a need for stronger regulation of misleading medical information on social media.
Absolutely not. Free speech is more important. And experts can be wrong, especially when they have bad incentives. In this case the authors are part of groups in Australia that promote overdiagnosis as a problem. And Australia is unfortunately a censorship addicted country at the moment.
- ufo 2y agoIn theory, everyone would be able to take an informed decision. In practice, patients wold rather take action than wait, resulting in harm from unnecessary exams and interventions. Not to mention the cost of the exams themselves. Everytime someone goes through an exam that serves no useful purpose, that's healthcare money that could be put to better use.
- harvey9 2y agoI think you meant 'whatever investigation they want'. Looking for the up sell opportunity is a clear case of a bad incentive which is a shame because under investigation is also a problem.