On the first onset of a
cold, many of us turn to various Internet search engines for symptoms of the
current bug that has decided to creep up on us. When all else fails, “Google
it!”
However, the Internet is NOT
a doctor. There are dangers associated with these search engine diagnoses. Research shows that more than half of the
information on the Internet relating to medicine was proved both inaccurate and
irrelevant. Online tools are meant to be
informational, not provide medical advice.
The intention is to inform people and should not serve as a substitute
to a medical professional. Any treatment
options provided on these sites should be consulted with a doctor before any
actions are taken, as all treatments may not apply to everyone.
So if you have a rash or
lesion that is not healing, call us for a visit or skin check. Self-education is important. With the
guidance of a medical professional you can rest easy knowing you have received
the most knowledgeable treatment options available.
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