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EPISODE · Mar 7, 2025 · 3 MIN

Why Patients Fib and How It Can Hurt Their Health

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About half of women admit to stretching the truth when talking to their doctor—whether it is about exercise, diet, substance use, or sexual history. But these little white lies can lead to misdiagnoses, incorrect treatments, and unnecessary medical tests. So why do patients feel the need to hide the truth? Women's health expert Kirtly Parker Jones, MD, talks about how honesty with your doctor can lead to better health outcomes—and what is actually at stake when you hold back.

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