Last Updated on April 9, 2020
This extensive list of symptoms makes diagnosis very difficult because they may vary significantly from patient to patient. Also, there is a specific test that can be used to diagnose lupus – a series of blood and urine tests and extensive examinations are necessary for a proper diagnosis.
That’s why doctors often miss it and patients spend years consulting different doctors before getting a diagnosis – hence why having good health insurance is essential!
7. Hypothyroidism
The thyroid is a gland that produces thyroid hormone that controls and regulates the metabolism. Hypothyroidism is the health condition in which the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough levels of hormones.
Hypothyroidism symptoms may include fatigue, constipation, dry skin, weight gain, puffy face, muscle weakness, high cholesterol, joint pain, slowed heart rate, impaired memory, and depression.
Experts are still discussing if the illness should be diagnosed when there are mild thyroid irregularities or at later stages. This causes subclinical cases of hypothyroidism to be frequently overlooked.
8. Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that is still hard to understand – even for health experts. There is no reliable way to test a patient to confirm the diagnosis which also explains why it is so often misdiagnosed. Fibromyalgia symptoms include bone and muscle pain, fatigue, sudden mood changes, and sleep disorders.
Usually, symptoms begin after a traumatic physical event such as surgery, accident, or infection. But they may also accumulate over time without any solid explanation. Sadly, there is no cure for this health condition.
Being active, eating healthy, and reducing stress are also viable options to lower the severity of the symptoms – in some cases, a variety of medications is needed.
