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The Negative Effects of Delayed Treatment

Here are some of the negative effects of delayed treatment.

It can be difficult when you trust your health to a medical professional, and they don’t provide the proper treatment you need. And medical malpractice errors don’t have to be as extreme as a surgical mistake or misdiagnosis. The fact is that even when you receive the right treatment for your condition at the wrong time, you can suffer unnecessary injuries as a result. Here are some of the negative effects of delayed treatment.

Definition

You might be wondering what defines delayed treatment; it is a type of medical negligence where a doctor fails to assess and provide treatment for a patient’s condition in a timely matter. When it comes to treating a medical condition, it can be difficult sometimes to have a set timeline or to determine whether a doctor could have improved a patient’s condition with more timely treatment. However, there are also very clear signs when delayed treatment led to a medical injury.

Causes and Effects

There are a couple of ways that directly cause delayed treatment. In the diagnostic process, a doctor can misinterpret a patient’s symptoms or fail to assess the patient thoroughly. In both cases, this can lead to an incorrect diagnosis which will prevent the doctor from providing the treatment that the patient truly needs. Another way that delayed treatment can occur is when a doctor does not follow up with their patient after a diagnosis or treatment. Even in hospitals with strict regulations, sometimes doctors or nurses might ignore monitor warnings, which can lead to potentially lethal consequences. If you experience delayed treatment, then you could suffer the consequences of your condition worsening.

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The Snyder Law Group, LLC, proudly represents clients throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. Our experienced Baltimore attorneys understand the frustration that comes with a medical professional that refuses to accept liability for negligent or reckless behavior. You can take heart in knowing there are talented and experienced lawyers ready to work for you. We are experienced in handling personal injury claims of medical malpractice and have secured hundreds of millions in verdicts settlements*. Give us a call at (410)-843-3476 for a free case evaluation. Please visit our website, www.410thefirm.com, for more information and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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