Mystery Diagnosis

Mystery Diagnosis (2005-2011)

EndedReality showMystery, Medical

Mystery Diagnosis is a television docudrama series that aired on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network. Each episode focuses on two or more individuals who have struggled with obscure medical ailments, and their quest for a diagnosis. The program details the patients' and doctors' difficulty in pinpointing a diagnosis; often due to nonspecific symptoms, masquerading syndromes, the rarity of the condition or disease, or the patient's case being an unusual manifestation of said condition or disease. The series debuted on Discovery Health Channel in 2005, and was continued when the Oprah Winfrey Network replaced Discovery Health on January 1, 2011.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S10E10Simple Symptoms Turn ThreateningJun 29, 2011
S10E09Stolen SensesJun 22, 2011
S10E08A Search for AnswersJun 15, 2011
S10E07Too Young to Be SickJun 8, 2011
S10E06Time is Running OutJun 1, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Mystery Diagnosis' premiere?

'Mystery Diagnosis' premiered on September 6, 2005.

Who created the TV show 'Mystery Diagnosis'?

'Mystery Diagnosis' was created by John Tyrrell.

What genre does 'Mystery Diagnosis' belong to?

'Mystery Diagnosis' belongs to the documentary genre.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Mystery Diagnosis'?

The first season of 'Mystery Diagnosis' consisted of 13 episodes.

Who narrated the TV show 'Mystery Diagnosis'?

'Mystery Diagnosis' was narrated by Peter Thomas.

What was the premise of 'Mystery Diagnosis'?

'Mystery Diagnosis' focused on real-life medical mysteries and the journey to diagnose rare diseases.

Were the cases featured on 'Mystery Diagnosis' based on true stories?

Yes, the cases featured on 'Mystery Diagnosis' were based on real-life medical cases.

Did 'Mystery Diagnosis' feature a mix of rare and common medical conditions?

Yes, 'Mystery Diagnosis' showcased a combination of rare and common medical conditions.

How long was each episode of 'Mystery Diagnosis'?

Each episode of 'Mystery Diagnosis' had a runtime of approximately 60 minutes.

Did 'Mystery Diagnosis' involve reenactments of the medical cases?

Yes, 'Mystery Diagnosis' included reenactments to illustrate the medical cases.

Did 'Mystery Diagnosis' feature interviews with medical professionals?

Yes, 'Mystery Diagnosis' included interviews with doctors and specialists involved in diagnosing the medical cases.

Did 'Mystery Diagnosis' provide insights into the challenges faced by patients and their families?

Yes, 'Mystery Diagnosis' shed light on the emotional and physical challenges faced by patients and their loved ones.

Did 'Mystery Diagnosis' aim to raise awareness about lesser-known medical conditions?

Yes, 'Mystery Diagnosis' aimed to raise awareness about rare and lesser-known medical conditions.

Did 'Mystery Diagnosis' offer any solutions or treatments for the medical cases presented?

'Mystery Diagnosis' provided information about the diagnosis process but did not offer specific treatments or solutions.

Did 'Mystery Diagnosis' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Mystery Diagnosis' was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in 2006 in the Outstanding Nonfiction Program (Reality) category.

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