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20 per cent of multiple sclerosis suffers are misdiagnosed
The study surveyed over 1,500 people with MS and found that 25 per cent of people visited their GP four times before being referred to a neurologist for further examination. More than a quarter of people were told that they had a trapped nerve, while 14 per cent of people were misdiagnosed with depression, anxiety or stress and 11 per cent were told they had suffered a stroke.
Chief Executive at the MS Society Michelle Mitchell said: “Our findings highlight the struggle people go through for years before they get an MS diagnosis. Being misdiagnosed or experiencing symptoms that can’t be explained can put a considerable strain on people’s emotions and health. A fast, accurate diagnosis enables people to take steps to begin to manage their condition, access treatment and take greater control of their lives again.”
Mitchell acknowledged that MS is a “complex condition that isn’t easy to diagnose”, but argued that it is “important for GPs to recognise the warning signs and refer people promptly to a consultant neurologist”.
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