A member asked:

I am severe combined adult adhd+bipolar. the diagnosis charted is simply adult adhd, app. for ssd. how do i ask the dr. to correct the dx, w/o offending....?

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Dr. Andrew Ho answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Dx is not enough: Many people mistakenly over-focus on diagnosis. Diagnosis is never enough. Ask your doctor about treatment instead of diagnosis, especially if you still have severe symptoms. Ask your doctor whether he/she knows any patient in your similar situation getting ssd. In most cases, it is easier to get better from adhd/bipolar than to get ssd. Your doctor will not be offended if you try to get better.

Answered 10/4/2016

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