Over Diagnosing Lyme Disease

If you have been seriously injured because of an over diagnosed condition or an incorrect diagnosis, you may be eligible to file an Illinois medical malpractice claim against the healthcare provider that demonstrated medical negligence.

While it may seem like a daunting task to bring a claim against a medical doctor, an experienced Aurora medical malpractice lawyer can help you throughout the entire claims process. Unlike a personal injury claim, it can be a lot more difficult to prove medical negligence. Additionally, the defendant will likely have a team of malpractice attorneys ready to fight against your claim, so it is important that you have experienced legal representation on your side.

Over Diagnosing Lyme Disease

One of the more common medical conditions that a doctor may over diagnose is Lyme disease. This disease is caused by a tick that transmits bacteria and it can lead to symptoms which may parallel other medical conditions.

Some of the symptoms of Lyme disease include: 

• fatigue;
• fever;
• chills;
• headache;
• stiff neck;
• muscle pain;
• joint pain; and
• swollen lymph nodes. 

When Lyme disease is over diagnosed, it can result in a patient being put on antibiotics for a long period of time. Unnecessarily taking antibiotics can be very harmful and can lead to additional medical issues. 

This type of incorrect diagnosis not only puts an individual at risk for receiving unnecessary treatment, but the failure to treat their true condition can easily cause additional injury and permanent damage. 

Contacting an Aurora Medical Malpractice Lawyer

If you have been injured because of an over diagnosis or an incorrect diagnosis in Aurora, you should contact an experienced Aurora medical malpractice lawyer immediately. 

At the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C, our Aurora medical malpractice lawyer team will examine all aspects of your claim, determine liability, and aggressively pursue the full amount of compensation due to you or your loved one for any injuries or loss of life that are a result of medical malpractice. Contact us today for a free case evaluation - 312-263-1080.