STEEMCHURCH: SELF MEDICATION AND IT'S EFFECTS

Hello steemians and all members of the @steemchurch; "Health is wealth" is a popular saying and nothing is more important or valuable than a good health..

3 John 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

Self-medication has become a trend in the society. It is now a common habit people practice, whenever they are ill or fall sick, they source over the counter drugs or
simply proceed to treat themselves of self-diagnosed symptoms, Obtaining and taking drugs without the advice of a doctor or
without consulting or seeking medical professionals.

Also Self-medication has become so rampant in the society, a lot of a people choose to practice this habits because they feel it is cheaper and easier,others see going to the hospital or consulting medical practitioners a waste of time and resources,while others practice these habits based on the economic hardship is forcing them to do this.

The disadvantages and dangers of self-prescription or self-medication are often life threatening, which most people failed to understand, Also people fail to realise that the dangers in it are greater than the benefits.

In the course of this study I made my research, and this are my findings;

About 50% of the general population suffer from headaches several times during the month. Stomach upsets, digestive disorders, heartburn and other regular complaints.

I observe that the only sickness people often have is malaria, and anytime they are down with it, they just walk into any nearest chemist to get pain killers and antibiotics and they will be okay.

So many people feel that there is no need wasting scarce resources on paying doctors. They believe they have their own unique method of curing themselves, whenever the illness strikes.

Note that incorrect manner of administration and the masking of a severe disease, which could progressively worsen before appropriate treatment is sought and initiated.

In my view, it is surprising that many patients still consult doctors after trying self-medication, but in many cases, such late attempts could be fatal.“If a patient has already self-medicated, it is difficult to deal with a good diagnosis. Then, the patient could also develop certain resistance to certain drugs. Even if the doctor prescribe another medicine, it will not react efficiently.

REASONS WHY PEOPLE PRACTICE SELF-MEDICATION.

1.Widespread poverty, because it is cheaper to self medicate than consult a health professional.

2.Lack of time, Going to the hospital or consulting medical practitioners a waste of time and resources.

1. They believe on the prescriptions from a previous illness people use after considering that the symptoms then, look the same now.

DISADVANTAGE AND DANGER OF SELF-MEDICATION.

1. The dangers of self-prescription or self-medication are often life threatening.

2.Dangerous drug interactions,

3.Self-medication, even for minor ailments, could lead to medical complications(potent drugs such as pain relievers, cough syrups, anti-allergies, laxatives, antibiotics, antacids and vitamins are sold over-the-counter. Self-medication with over the counter medicines could cause allergy, habituation, and even addiction.)

4.Premature death or disability.

5.Also over-dosage can produce collateral damage to heart, kidneys or other organs.

Conclusion

Lack of awareness about healthcare leads to many problems. Many also resort to self-medication to avoid medical expenses without realizing that these habits will cause more damage in the future, premature death or disability. A minor health issue which could be resolved easily with the doctor’s advice may become a major problem over time.

Therefore, take care of your health and avoid self-medication.

Jeremiah 33:6 Behold, I will bring it health and cure, and I will cure them, and will reveal unto them the abundance of peace and truth.