Why did Lance Armstrong put off seeking medical care for the symptoms he noticed?​

A) ​He was concerned about the expenses of medical care.
B) ​He was in denial that he was sick and ignored the pain.
C) ​He did not know how to get a referral to a specialist.
D) ​He knew an illness would have no impact on his career.

Medical Care

The services provided by professionals to patients for the purpose of promoting, maintaining, monitoring, or restoring health.

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism wherein an individual refuses to accept reality or facts, often in response to uncomfortable or painful truths.

Symptoms

Observable signs or indications of an illness, injury, or condition experienced by an individual.