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If i get misdiagnosed with adhd, i would like it to be cleared or marked misdiagnosed on my medical record. can it?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

ADHD: Reviewing and updating your records by your attending physician will clarify the issue.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 7/7/2013

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