A 70-year-old woman from Lima, Peru, experienced a shocking misdiagnosis when she was informed she had prostatitis, a condition that only affects men. This incident occurred at a medical center in Chorrillos while she was undergoing a routine gynecological check-up at the social security facility, EsSalud.
The woman expressed her disbelief during an interview with the Peruvian television network América Noticias, stating, “I was completely surprised by the diagnosis.” After the examination, the medical staff mistakenly attributed the condition to her, which led her to file a formal complaint regarding the treatment she received and the overall procedure.
It was later revealed that the erroneous diagnosis stemmed from an administrative error involving the mislabeling of patient records. One of her sons voiced strong concerns about the situation, commenting, “This is unacceptable for anyone, let alone my mother.” The incident gained traction in local media following her complaint.
In response to the backlash, the medical center issued an apology, expressing regret for the distress caused to both the patient and her family. They acknowledged the confusion surrounding the diagnosis and confirmed that they are conducting an internal investigation to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
The social security organization assured the woman that she would receive preferential treatment and support as they looked into the matter. The quick actions of the family, combined with the response from EsSalud, helped bring attention to this alarming case, prompting local authorities to take notice.
