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Term: overdiagnosed

Definition: Overdiagnosed refers to the act or process of diagnosing a condition too frequently or without sufficient evidence, often leading to unnecessary treatment or labeling.

Example Sentences:

  • 1. As a result of widespread screening, some medical experts argue that certain diseases are being overdiagnosed.
  • 2. The overdiagnosed child was prescribed unnecessary medication for a condition he did not have.
  • 3. This study sheds light on the issue of overdiagnosed mental health disorders in children.

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