misdiagnose
/ˌmɪsˈdaɪəɡnoʊz/
verb
- To make an incorrect diagnosis of a disease or condition.
- Many patients worry that a rushed appointment will cause the physician to misdiagnose their illness.
- It is dangerous to misdiagnose a heart attack because it delays life-saving treatment.
- The doctor might misdiagnose a common cold as a severe allergy if the symptoms are similar.
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