Diagnosis

Diagnosis is the process of identifying a medical condition or disease based on a person's symptoms, medical history, physical examinations, and often diagnostic tests like blood work or imaging. It helps healthcare providers determine what is causing the symptoms, so they can recommend appropriate treatment or management. Accurate diagnosis is essential for effective care and may involve ruling out other possibilities to arrive at the correct condition. Essentially, it’s the doctor’s best conclusion about what illness or issue a person has, guiding the next steps in their healthcare.