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diagnosis of exclusion

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diagnosis of exclusion
Decision-making A disease or clinical nosology that is extremely rare, and often unresponsive to therapy, the diagnosis of which is seriously considered only when all other possible–potentially treatable conditions–eg 'growing pains' or idiopathic midline granuloma, have been completely excluded. Cf Working diagnosis.


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It is important to remember that sarcoidosis is a diagnosis of exclusion.
That's why a comprehensive physical examination and your medical history are both important, as well as a diagnosis of exclusion, ruling out other diagnoses that can be causing similar symptoms.
It's a diagnosis of exclusion, often based on running lots of tests, an MRI, clinical exam, and evaluation of mental state with a psychological exam.
 
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