It can be quite common that patients having symptoms may not align directly with one disease or another. It can be difficult to pinpoint a specific diagnosis without extensive detective work on the doctor’s behalf; and often times, multiple tests need completed to rule out other potential issues before coming to a conclusion. Diseases may also commonly exhibit the same set of symptoms, making diagnosis even more complicated. Many patients suffer from ailments that are hiding behind other symptoms and then left untreated or undiagnosed for years to come.

This process can be extremely frustrating for patients that are suffering. It’s scary to think that a potentially life-threatening disease can go undetected and undiagnosed for years, especially when early detection is the key to successful recovery. In this article, I have five five of the most misdiagnosed diseases, to better inform you on the symptoms that can be tricky to diagnose.