Most Difficult Diseases To Diagnose

Chlamydia

Being one of the most common infectious diseases across the United States, chlamydia is one of the most dangerous sexually transmitted infections among the female population. In most cases (approximately two-thirds), women will not have any symptoms of chlamydia at all. It's critical for at-risk individuals to regularly get tested, especially when sexually active. Annual screenings are highly recommended, as this can help detect potential cases early.

If left undiagnosed, chlamydia may develop into pelvic inflammatory disease, which can result in a wide range of future complications, especially in terms of pregnancy. It's said that approximately seventy-five percent of cases occur in individuals younger than twenty-five years old. If individuals are experiencing any abnormal discharge, bleeding, itching, cloudy urine, or lower abdominal pain, it's critical for them to provide a urine sample.

Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. Although this disease is highly damaging, no single test can detect its development. In many instances, multiple sclerosis becomes a diagnosis based on the elimination of many other conditions first. Early symptoms do surface, however, they often mimic several other conditions, and they often change over time.

If individuals experience blurry vision, weakness, unexplained tingling, muscle spasms, or any other abnormal impairment, they should seek medical attention immediately. Several tests may be administered after a physical examination, including an MRI. If a diagnosis is still not clear, a cerebrospinal fluid collection may be necessary.