Medical Mysteries

This documentary series explores health conditions that have mystified doctors and have been difficult to diagnose. Episodes follow active and previous case studies, which are discussed from a medical professional's viewpoint while patients share their personal experiences. Symptoms of rare conditions are described and GPs explain the science behind the order of testing they perform to find suitable cures. Ailments investigated include a woman whose body odour has a fishy smell, a schoolboy suffering from head pains and a woman who experiences swelling on her face and body. … MORE