Gender-bias in medical diagnosis

Gender-bias in medical diagnosis means that doctors and other healthcare providers might treat boys and girls differently even if they have the same symptoms.

For example, if a boy and a girl both had a stomachache, an adult might think the boy has a serious problem like appendicitis, but the girl has something less serious like gas. This is unfair because both the boy and the girl are feeling pain and need help, no matter what their gender is.

This gender-bias can happen because doctors might have preconceived notions or stereotypes about boys and girls. They might think that boys are tougher and can handle pain better than girls, or that girls are more emotional and might exaggerate their symptoms.

It's important for doctors and other healthcare providers to treat all patients equally, regardless of their gender. They should ask questions and listen carefully to what patients are saying to make sure they are not making assumptions based on gender. By doing this, everyone can get the medical care they need and deserve.