Digital Healthcare and Internet Derived Information Obstruction Treatment (IDIOT) Syndrome: Understanding the Link Between Clicks and Consequences.
| Autor: | Patel J; Physiology, Gujarat Medical Education and Research Society Medical College, Vadnagar, IND., Chakraborty Samant A; Internal Medicine, Chaitanya Hospital and Obesity Centre, Mumbai, IND., Pise RR; Community Medicine, Datta Meghe Medical College, Nagpur, IND., Jha H; Internal Medicine, Integral Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Lucknow, IND. |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Zdroj: | Cureus [Cureus] 2024 Jun 29; Vol. 16 (6), pp. e63438. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Jun 29 (Print Publication: 2024). |
| DOI: | 10.7759/cureus.63438 |
| Abstrakt: | This article explores the phenomenon of Internet Derived Information Obstruction Treatment (IDIOT) syndrome, highlighting the impact of internet-derived health information on individuals' treatment decisions. Drawing on recent studies, including the rise of IDIOT syndrome due to increased internet use and the potential risks associated with self-medication based on online information, the editorial emphasizes the importance of critically evaluating health information. Insights from research conducted in the last few years highlight the complexity of health conditions and the necessity of seeking professional medical guidance to address the various clinical conditions and their consequences. This article sets the stage for a detailed examination of the IDIOT syndrome and its implications for healthcare decision-making in the digital era. Competing Interests: Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work. (Copyright © 2024, Patel et al.) |
| Databáze: | MEDLINE |
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