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

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There is an ongoing trend regarding that the public
prefer
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 to take substitute
of
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medical care by themselves rather than consulting their previous doctors.
While
 some argue for improvement and lower
price
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 of alternative medicines, I strongly believe that visiting
an
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 usual
doctor
 should be the first choice. On one hand, some people claim that
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alternative medicine or treatment may be more beneficial, motivating them to take
such
 a step. Specifically, supporters held opinions as their options are more advanced and economical.
Firstly
, following
medical
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 development of a certain disease, a
patient
 can be more up-to-date than a comprehensive
doctor
.
This
 means that he or she may own more opportunities to hear
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 medicines or treatments since rapid
technology
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 innovation is leading to increasing scientific breakthroughs. Meanwhile, some substituted methods may take cheaper prices, which are appealing to customers.
For instance
, India produces various alternative medicines every year
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 only
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half of
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 cost, capturing more and more patients' attention.
On the other hand
, I firmly support that people should stick to
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 their usual
doctor
. Namely, it is more conducive for them to ask for help from someone who knows them well. Foremost, long-term doctors embrace rich experience in treatment.
Therefore
, their medical plans are usually tested, guaranteeing quality and security.
Moreover
, generally speaking, a
doctor
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patient
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the patient
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 is more reliable to access effective treatments.
For example
, a well-rounded
doctor
 can acknowledge a certain
patient
's living habits, financial conditions and diet pattern, which will all contribute to
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targeted medical care. Concurrently, it is arguable that
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 usual
doctor
 represents more emotional bonds rather than simply medical connections. Without mental reliance and support, a
patient
 would not accept treatments
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 relief. In conclusion, I insist that consulting a certain
doctor
 is a wiser choice for the public since its advantages overweigh
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, considering some benefits in terms of proficiency, familiarity and emotional therapy.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • alternative medicines
  • treatments
  • positive development
  • negative development
  • health problems
  • usual doctor
  • access
  • personalized approach
  • holistic well-being
  • lack of regulation
  • evidence-based research
  • proper medical treatment
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