[In Focus] The label of a diagnosis

To suddenly and unexpectedly feel unwell is not welcome in our busy day-to-day lives. For the physical symptoms to persist longer than you know they should is even worse. The desperation to feel better is palpable. To constantly feel unwell is draining. And, of course, nobody wants to admit that there may be an underlying cause. The denial that you may need to seek medical help and the fear of the unknown are real and strong. But, eventually and probably inevitably, it seems that seeking professional help is the only sensible option, the only way forward.