Dr Amjad Ali, a medical professional, holds degrees of MBBS, MD, and DM in Cardiology from Jayadeva Hospital in Bangalore, India. Along with nine years of experience, Dr Ali currently serves at Sagar Multi-Specialty Hospital in Bhopal, India. He describes how medical misinformation can affect diagnosis and asks the public to stay away from it.
When a patient explains to you about their health problems, what are the most common mistakes they make in their communication?
A widely prevalent error that patients often commit when communicating with doctors is that they try to conceal important symptoms. Thus, revealing the full medical history is important as this will customize the medical procedure in future.
What does health literacy mean to you, and why is it important in patient care?
Health literacy in India is notably lacking when it comes to awareness about disease prevention. This indicates a need for more focused efforts to improve it.
If a patient is knowledgeable about the basics of their health condition, how helpful is it for the overall treatment procedure?
When patients possess knowledge about the fundamentals of their health conditions, they are more likely to seek early consultation and facilitate the early diagnosis of diseases.
How much can medical misinformation impact treatment procedures?
Medical misinformation can impact patients’ treatment procedures by leading to wrong diagnosis.
What are the most common myths or misinformation you see your patients falling prey to?
One of the most common myths people believe is mistaking chest pain for gastritis. This indirectly takes a toll on their health and the impending results are usually fatal.
What is your most common advice to patients to stay away from health misinformation online?
The most common advice I offer to patients is to seek consultation with a certified medical professional. They must stay away from misinformation available on social media or such other platforms.
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