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Might it be possible that a a misdiagnosis on bipolar disorder occur even after numerous tests and doctors?

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Yes: Disorders like depression, substance abuse, personality disorder, adhd, intermittent explosive disorder (and others) can be mistaken for bipolar disorder.

Answered 10/30/2015

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Absolutely: Tragically, is not uncommon for a person suffering from bipolar disorder to have been symptomatic for more than a decade, seen multiple clinicians, and carried several different diagnoses before he or she is correctly diagnosed and treated.

Answered 5/12/2016

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Why don't doctors give medication to all patients with bipolar disorder?

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