Diagnosis: Relief!

A blue and teal drawing of a medical chart with a pop-out heart, and title text “Diagnosis: relief.” The subtitle reads, “A new, expected diagnosis can be scary.” And in bold, “But receiving a solid, accurate diagnosis for issues you’ve already been living with can be a huge relief!” Smaller text reads, “Diagnosis is complicated, but you don’t have to feel ashamed if a new one comes relief.” ⁣

A NEW DIAGNOSIS SUCKS WHEN YOU THOUGHT YOU WERE HEALTHY- BUT IF YOU’VE BEEN LIVING WITH ILLNESS ALREADY, IT CAN BE A RELIEF. ⁣
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My partner made this astute observation lately: a new diagnosis is a bad thing when you thought you were healthy. ⁣
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But when you’ve already been living with illness or disability, the correct diagnosis can be a relief! ⁣
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Because it can mean better access to care, understanding your needs better, and better treatment from healthcare providers (depending on the diagnosis.)⁣
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(At the appointment during which I gained this learning, my GP showed a good understanding of diagnosis beyond medical meaning- and I was so shocked I couldn’t respond. But I’m very grateful for that.) ⁣
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