Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis

Katie Scott / globalnews - 'This may come as great news, but to me, I’m back at square one where I don’t know what’s going on with me,' the 54-year-old actor said.

AI Summary: Christina Applegate has revealed she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis, prompting renewed attention from medical experts about diagnostic pitfalls and patient harm. Doctors are weighing in on how MS can be confused with other conditions, urging clearer testing protocols and better communication so other patients don’t endure needless distress and treatments.

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Expert weighs in on MS misdiagnoses after celebrity’s revelation

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Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis

3 days / globalnews / Katie Scott

Christina Applegate breaks down revealing misdiagnosis of MS: ‘IT’S A MINDF***’

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