Ideopathy seems to be the term used for that phenomenon. Hubby is dealing with reduced lung function right now because his right hemi diaphragm is elevated and paralyzed, and they can't tell him why. The worst part isn't that it doesn't move, but that when he breathes in, his left diaphragm goes down, as it should, but then seems to one creates a 'pressure wave' causing the right side to go up higher, reducing the capacity in the right lung. Neither the Pulmonologist, nor the Radiologist has a clue as to what is wrong.
So hubby is doing a LOT of research on the Internet, reading Gray's Anatomy, and discussing the situation with his best friend, who is also a Radiologist in another state. In fact, hubby's local Radiologist was on her way out of town for vacation, when hubby called to try to get a 'sit down' with her. She made the comment that she wasn't sure she could help him, and that she'd have to give him an 'anatomy lesson', to describe what is happening. *snicker* She has NO clue what's about to happen, cause he's not in the mood to be condescended to by someone who considers herself the "professional" in this relationship.
Let me guess, is she about to get an economic lesson?
I know it's partly because I must be arrogant myself, but I simply can't bear the arrogance. I believe I'd rather die of suffocation. Prayers for your hubby.
That's where I search for medical subjects online. Beware of other places on the net for medical info. If you can think of a better search strategy, let me know. I got 21 hits.