When an individual rejects evidence about a diagnosis and/or insists that surgery was just precautionary, Greer and others suggest this is

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Denial (Positive avoidance) refers to an individual's refusal to accept a diagnosis or other evidence that suggests a problem exists. This may manifest as insisting that surgery was just a precaution, even when others have expressed concern about their health.

When an Individual Rejects Evidence About a Diagnosis And/or Insists