Myth vs. Medicine
Think you know health facts? Think again! In Myth vs. Medicine, we break down popular health myths and tell you what’s real—and what’s just nonsense. From detox fads to diet rumors, we tackle the internet’s most viral health misinformation with science-backed answers.
Curious if carbs really are the enemy? Or if those magic weight loss drinks actually work? We’re here to set the record straight, busting myths one by one so you can take control of your health with real facts.
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Breast Cancer Mismanagement: Quack Radiotherapy Gone Wrong Meet Rajendra (name changed), a 35-year-old auto driver whose life was tragically cut short because he believed the wrong advice. His story serves a harsh reminder of how untreated high blood pressure…
A Quack’s False Promise: Diabetes Mismanagement Leading to Nephropathy Meet Mahesh, a 48-year-old man whose life took a tragic turn after trusting misleading health advice. Like many people living with diabetes, Mahesh was looking for a solution that would make…
Detecting breast cancer early and receiving proper medical care will dramatically improve patient survival. If we let go of symptoms like a lump on the breast by trusting any random health information on social media then it can have…
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong condition that affects the central nervous system. To manage the disease and reduce the risk of relapses, patients need to keep continuing their prescribed medication. Skipping or discontinuing prescribed treatments can lead to serious complications, making the condition much harder to control.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a severe infection that primarily affects the lungs but can also infect other parts of the body, including the brain and spinal cord. Failing to complete TB treatment or stopping medications midway can lead to life-threatening complications…
After getting diagnosed with epilepsy a patient has to take regular medications as prescribed by the physician. Strict adherence to regular antiepileptics is of utmost importance to keep seizures under check. Even when everything appears to be going well, skipping…
Stroke: Why Early Treatment is Key Stroke is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the blood supply to the brain is disrupted. Early intervention can prevent permanent damage. Ignoring warning signs like Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIAs) or failing to seek…
Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis is an advanced stage of liver disease that is caused by years of heavy drinking. When left unchecked, it can cause serious complications like liver failure, hepatic encephalopathy (confusion, coma due to toxin buildup in the…
How ignoring headache caused seizure and diagnosis of a brain tumorNeha, a 34-year-old woman, had been suffering from on-and-off headaches for several months. She also occasionally felt dizzy and experienced blurry vision but ignored it. Because the symptoms were irregular,…
The Dangers of Neglecting Mental Health Treatment Depression is a serious mental health disorder that has affected millions of people globally every year. When left untreated/unattended it can lead to severe complications such as suicidal ideation, substance abuse, and…
