Stroke Misdiagnosis
There are certain ailments in which rapid response is a necessity in order to avoid serious injury or death. One of these ailments is stroke. A person suffering from a stroke must be diagnosed correctly and immediately given the correct treatment. This is why stroke misdiagnosis is one of the most common misdiagnosis lawsuits.
Despite the fact that there are a number of ailments that mimic the signs and symptoms of a stroke, a physician should continue to run tests until he or she can be sure that stroke is not a possibility. If you or someone you love has been seriously injured by a negligent doctor who misdiagnosed a stroke, contact the Green Bay medical malpractice lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ® by calling 800-242-2874 today to discuss the facts of your case.
Signs and Symptoms of a Stroke
Knowing the typical signs and symptoms of a stroke can help you or someone you love get the correct treatment if one occurs. Common symptoms include:
- Weakness or tingling in a limb
- Sudden loss of strength in the legs
- Weakness, heaviness, numbness or paralysis-this typically occurs in only one side of the body
- Severe headache
- Confusion
- Loss of vision
- Change in vision-this includes blurriness, dimness or double vision
- Difficultly speaking or finding words
If you suspect you or someone you love may be suffering from a stroke, you should seek immediate medical attention.
Contact Us
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured by a negligent doctor who misdiagnosed a stroke, contact the Green Bay medical malpractice lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ® by calling 800-242-2874 today.
