Our culture, not our biology, dictates which illnesses are stigmatized and which are not, which are considered
disabilities and which are not, and which are deemed contestable meaning some medical professionals may find the existence of
this ailment questionable as opposed to definitive illnesses that are unquestionably recognized in the medical profession in the
medical field. The stigmatization of illness often has the greatest effect on the patient and the kind of care they receive. Many
contend that our society and even our healthcare institutions discriminate against certain diseases like mental disorders, AIDS,
venereal diseases, and skin disorders.
