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?

There is an ongoing trend regarding that the public

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to take substitute

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medical care by themselves rather than consulting their previous doctors.

While

some argue for improvement and lower

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of alternative medicines, I strongly believe that visiting

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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

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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

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innovation is leading to increasing scientific breakthroughs. Meanwhile, some substituted methods may take cheaper prices, which are appealing to customers.

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, 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

holding sufficient familiarity

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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.