Drug-side-effects Quote by Sherry A. Rogers
““Bear in mind that since medications do not fix anything, they allow the underlying problem to continue uncorrected and actually accelerate. Meanwhile, new symptoms and new seemingly unrelated diseases are the inevitable consequence of this biochemical faux pas. Furthermore, drug side effects are the leading cause of death. NSAIDs as an example of only one group of medications, are fatally toxic to thousands of people each year by damaging joints, lungs, kidneys, eyes, hearts, and intestines. And they are covered by insurance. You and your doctor have been screwed into believing every symptom is a deficiency of some drug or surgery. You've been led to believe you have no control, when in truth you're the one who must take control. Unfortunately, the modus operandi in medicine is to find a drug to turn off the damaged part that is producing symptoms.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Health Critique, 2020
Medications mask symptoms, causing deeper issues and side‑effects; patients must reclaim health agency.
In simple terms: Drugs hide problems and cause harm.
Key Takeaway
Take charge of your health.
Themes
healthcare
patient autonomy
risk
Mood
concerned
empowering
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- chronic illness management
- patient education
- policy reform
Key Concepts
pharmacology
systemic bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance medication and lifestyle?
- What steps empower you medically?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex medicine.
