Nowadays, an increasing number of people with health problems are using alternative medicines and treatments instead of visiting their normal doctor. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

●In our modern life, the majority of citizens who suffer from

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number of health issues

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trying to find

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remedies and

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rather than visiting their physicians. In

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and negative effects of using

alternative

remedies and

treatments

instead

of going to their local hospital. ●More and more people are now trying to find cures for their health problems rather than turning to specialists for treatment. Many find it time-consuming and expensive to go to their doctor for a check-up.

For example

, it may be cost-effective to go to public hospitals, but it may take a day to get a diagnosis.

On the other hand

, private hospitals can provide faster care, but

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comes with additional charges. And low-income earners can't afford it.

As a result

, they prefer to find

alternative

medicines and

treatments

rather than going to conventional doctors. ●

On the other hand

, an increasing number of citizens are trying to find home remedies and

treatments

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can seriously worsen the situation. Many

alternative

medicines and

treatments

are not scientifically proven. When used incorrectly, it may seem to stop the irritation or pain for a while, but it can cause it to get worse in the future.

For example

, they may use painkillers to reduce discomfort in their stomach, but they do not know what is happening in their body. It could be cancer rather than a simple stomach ache. If it is not properly treated by professionals, it may be too late to treat it.

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, patients should visit their doctors

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of blindly seeking treatment on their own. ●In conclusion, the majority of individuals are avoiding doctors by finding other drugs and

treatments

. For many,

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see it as a time and

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solution; ignoring the fact that it may do more harm than good. From my point of view,

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is a negative development that can cost them their lives.