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"Sometimes there is no worse enemy for a patient than the patient himself," doctors say. Of course, as in any joke, there is a lot of humor in it - but there is also something serious.
Sometimes we do everything we can to prevent our own recovery and endanger not only our health, but also our lives. Surprisingly, most of us make the same mistakes - stupid and very dangerous for health. Listen to the doctors and never, ever do that again!
Do not try to take the patient to the hospital yourself, call an ambulance
The worst thing you can do when you feel sick is to go to the hospital yourself. First, if you get sick on the road, no one will help you. Secondly, reception and registration in the case of independent hospitalization will require much more time than in the case of delivery by "express". Finally, in the third, if you will be transported by a team and something goes wrong on the way, the doctors will contact the hospital staff, who will prepare everything for the necessary resuscitation measures - and who will do this if you get there "on your own"? In general, there is no need for heroism, call the doctors!
Consult a doctor at the first symptoms of the disease
The earlier the disease is detected, the easier the treatment and the greater the chances of its positive outcome. If you feel discomfort, pain, if you have discovered a neoplasm or simply feel that something is wrong with you, don't wait for it to pass by itself. Do not be afraid to seem incredulous - believe me, the doctor will be much more pleased with the "made-up" symptoms than with the advanced disease.
Do not use expired medicines
Always carefully read the instructions for medicinal products, especially the part that deals with the expiration date and use after opening the bottle. And ruthlessly dispose of any suspect drugs. Believe me, you definitely do not want to know what side effects can arise from the use of medicines that have been improperly stored or stored longer than usual!
Quit smoking. Just do it
Yes, we have all heard so much about the dangers of smoking that new calls to give up this habit can cause irritation and even anger. But the truth remains the truth: smoking itself increases the risk of developing many deadly diseases. And it doesn't matter how old you are and what "experience" you have: whenever you quit, your health will only improve.
Do not stop taking medicine if you feel better
First of all, of course, this applies to antibiotics, but all other drugs should be taken in exact accordance with the doctor's prescription. The disappearance of symptoms does not mean that the disease has passed, as a rule, some time must still pass before recovery. Be patient and drink a course of drugs. After all, it doesn't take much time.
