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Medical Treatment Section

1. No need to book an appointment with a specialist for your first visit.

The initial consultation mainly involves taking a medical history and ordering relevant tests and examinations; you can register for a regular appointment.

2. Regardless of what medication you are taking, you must avoid smoking.

The salts and alkalis in cigarette smoke can accelerate the liver's breakdown of drugs, leading to a decrease in drug concentration in the blood.

3. Breast hyperplasia does not require treatment.

After a physical examination, 8 out of 10 women have breast hyperplasia, the vast majority of which are benign and can be managed with regular check-ups.

4. If you see a hospital that treats cervical erosion, run there immediately.

The term "cervical erosion" has been abolished. If you are diagnosed with this condition, it means that the hospital or doctor is unreliable.

5. Diabetes is not caused by eating too much sugar.

The main cause of type 1 diabetes is genetics, while the main cause of type 2 diabetes is obesity.

6. It is very important to get a rabies vaccine after a scratch or bite.

Rabies has a near 100% fatality rate, and the most effective way to prevent it is through vaccination, even if there is no bleeding.

7. Avoid duplicate medications.

Taking cold medicine as an example, most cold medicines contain acetaminophen, a chemical ingredient that has antipyretic and analgesic properties. If multiple cold medicines are taken at the same time, or if Chinese and Western medicines are used in combination, the total dose may be exceeded without the patient's knowledge, causing liver damage.

8. Physical examinations are very important.

The earlier the diagnosis and treatment begin, the better the outcome.

9. Snoring is actually a medical condition.

In severe cases, it can cause respiratory arrest, and some people may even die in their sleep.

10. You don't always need to take medicine for a cold, but be careful of complications.

You don't necessarily need to take medicine for a cold, but if your condition doesn't improve after 7 days, you should seek medical help promptly.

11. Fasting is not necessary for diarrhea.

Traditional treatments for diarrhea often involve fasting for a period of time. However, this is actually detrimental to the body's nutritional intake.

12. Do not apply any powder to the wound.

Whether it's a cut or a burn, applying powder to the surface of the wound after the injury can cause severe scar hyperplasia.

13. Antibiotics must be used in the prescribed dosage and for the prescribed duration.

Antimicrobial resistance arises because bacteria cannot be completely killed by antibiotics, leaving behind some highly resistant bacteria that become the dominant bacterial population.

14. Tilting your head back doesn't help when you have a nosebleed.

Tilting your head back can cause blood to be swallowed, leading to discomfort or vomiting. In cases of heavy bleeding, it can also be easily aspirated into the trachea and lungs.

15. Do not believe any methods that claim to quickly cure serious skin diseases.

For diseases like psoriasis and vitiligo, the primary cause is an abnormality in the autoimmune system. So-called folk remedies almost always involve heavy metal toxins. While these methods may alleviate symptoms, they can also damage the kidneys and liver.

16. Athlete's foot is a systemic disease.

If there are visible foci of infection on the feet, the fungus will generally be distributed throughout the body. To cure it completely, oral antifungal medication is required.

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Misconceptions

17. Stomach ulcers are not significantly related to what you eat.

The main cause of stomach ulcers is Helicobacter pylori infection, which is mainly transmitted through shared meals and can be cured with antibiotics.

18. Painless lumps on the body are more dangerous than painful ones.

When you discover a lump on your body that is unexplained, painless, and not very mobile, the likelihood of it being malignant increases significantly.

19. Natural vitamins are not better than synthetic vitamins.

There is no difference in function between natural vitamins and synthetic vitamins. On the contrary, natural vitamins are more likely to be contaminated and mixed with impurities during the production and extraction process.

20. Plucking one gray hair won't cause ten more to grow.

Whether the hair that grows out is black or white depends on the amount of melanin secreted in the body, and has nothing to do with whether or not you pluck your hair.

21. Teeth grinding at night does not necessarily mean you need to take deworming medication.

There are many causes of teeth grinding, such as mental stress, occlusal interference, and even some systemic diseases.

22. Cacti cannot protect against radiation.

Cacti can withstand the damage from sunlight and ultraviolet rays, but the sunlight produces a kind of "radiation energy," which is different from the radiation produced by computer screens or other electrical appliances.

23. There is no such thing as "impacted feces".

The rectum is normally empty and does not accumulate stool.

24. Steaming vinegar in a room will not kill bacteria.

Steaming vinegar in a room can have a certain bactericidal effect, but it requires a higher concentration than regular vinegar.

25. Drinking bone broth cannot supplement calcium.

Although bone broth has high nutritional value, its calcium content is not high, so it is not very effective for calcium supplementation.

26. Although supermarket receipts contain BPA, touching them frequently will not cause cancer.

Bisphenol A is a low-toxicity compound; it only poses a substantial threat to human health when exposed to large quantities or for extended periods.

27. Eating duck blood or pig blood cannot remove dust from the lungs.

There is currently no experimental or clinical evidence to suggest that small molecules from food can clear dust from the lungs.

28. Many of the traditional postpartum customs are unnecessary.

In the past, it was customary to avoid brushing teeth, washing hair, taking a bath, being exposed to drafts, or going out during postpartum confinement, and to consume plenty of nourishing foods. However, this practice seems to have no basis in reality.

29. Eating eggs is worse than supplementing collagen.

High-molecular-weight collagen cannot be absorbed through the skin. For truly effective protein supplementation, eating just one egg is sufficient.

30. Maternity radiation protection clothing has limited effectiveness.

While the fabric of anti-radiation clothing can indeed block radiation, these garments have large and numerous openings, limiting their effectiveness in blocking electromagnetic radiation.

31. You don't necessarily need to use dish soap to wash dishes.

If the food isn't greasy, a dishcloth with hot water will suffice. Excessive contact with many chemicals in detergents can interfere with the body's normal metabolism.

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Diet

32. Making vegetable juice is worse than making fruit juice.

Drinking two glasses of juice is equivalent to consuming the sugar content of 4-6 pieces of fruit. It's better to blend a large amount of vegetables with a small amount of fruit and drink the pulp as well.

33. There are basically three types of "healthy snacks":

Fruits, nuts, and yogurt.

34. Yogurt should be consumed 1-2 hours after meals.

If you eat a very large meal and then immediately drink a cup of yogurt afterward, it will only increase the burden on your intestines.

35. Eat half a grapefruit before meals; it's filling and helps with weight loss.

Grapefruit is rich in vitamin C and fiber, which easily creates a feeling of fullness, while being very low in calories. In addition, it contains abundant fruit acids, which can effectively stimulate the gastrointestinal mucosa, affecting nutrient absorption and thus suppressing appetite.

36. Lotus root is a type of tuber.

Lotus root is also a tuber, an aquatic root vegetable, which is a staple food. Its carbohydrate content is even higher than that of yam.

37. As long as it is not heated again, the remaining oil can be used.

For example, after frying eggplant slices, you can fry Sichuan peppercorns to make Sichuan peppercorn oil for seasoning; when making pancakes, you can use filtered leftover oil; it can also be used to blanch vegetables or make soup. When blanching, add a spoonful of oil to boiling water to make the vegetable leaves bright in color.

38. Drinking soup alone is not enough to nourish the body.

Even if you stew it for a long time, the soup is just a very thin solution of fat and water-soluble amino acids, while the main nutrients are still in the meat.

39. Do not give honey to children under 1 year old.

Infants have weak immune systems, and if they accidentally consume honey contaminated with botulinum toxin, it can cause botulism in infants.

40. Eat fewer peanuts when eating out.

It is difficult to distinguish whether peanuts are moldy. Moldy peanuts, corn, soybeans, nuts and other foods can produce aflatoxin, which can cause acute poisoning or even death. Long-term exposure to low doses can also increase the risk of cancer.

41. If you can eat at home, then eat at home.

People who eat dinner at home 5-7 times a week have a 15% lower chance of developing diabetes compared to the control group who eat dinner at home only twice a week.

42. Don't believe claims about food incompatibilities.

Zheng Ji, a professor in the Department of Biochemistry at Nanjing University, once selected seven pairs of "incompatible" foods that people often eat and ate them with two colleagues for two days. As a result, nothing happened.

43. Don't force yourself to stay hungry at night.

Although it is recommended not to eat late-night snacks, if you feel noticeably hungry at night, you should still eat something promptly.

44. Eating egg yolk pie can lead to drunk driving.

Egg yolk pies contain edible alcohol. Fermented bean curd, Huoxiang Zhengqi Water (a traditional Chinese medicine), and mouthwash also contain alcohol; drivers should use them with caution.

45. Grapefruit should not be eaten with antihypertensive medication.

Grapefruit can increase the blood concentration of oral dihydropyridine preparations such as felodipine, nifedipine, nicardipine, and nimodipine to varying degrees, causing hypotension, but it has no effect on amlodipine.

46. ​​The most effective way to stop a cough is to eat candy.

When coughing, sucking on a hard candy and swallowing the syrup can form a protective layer in the throat, reducing throat irritation.

47. Don't eat at roadside stalls.

There are many roadside fast food stalls around large hospitals, and their hygiene conditions are often not guaranteed.

48. Even if you overslept, you should still eat something.

You wake up at 10 am on the weekend, but you should still eat something first. Your stomach has been waiting all night, so don't wait to eat it with lunch.

49. Children's food is purely a marketing ploy.

So-called "children's food" is actually just adult food with some fruit and vegetable juice, vitamins, probiotics, etc., and some salt and sugar reduced, so the actual effect is not significant.

50. Avoid coffee and strong tea when you are tired.

Otherwise, it can cause great damage to the cardiovascular system, and palpitations are one of the symptoms of this.

51. Brewing your own wine at home is extremely dangerous.

The most common hazard is methanol, and the methanol content cannot be controlled in homemade brewing.

52. Hangover cures are just a gimmick.

Commercially available "hangover cures" are essentially just health supplements with liver-protecting functions. Currently, there are no large-scale clinical studies proving that these ingredients are effective in relieving hangovers.

53. A refrigerator is not a safe.

Even when refrigerated, leafy green vegetables can only be kept for about 3 days, and other vegetables are best eaten within a week to avoid a decrease in nutritional value.

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Life

54. Do not add essential oils to humidifiers.

Many humidifier vendors will also give you essential oils as a gift, but that does nothing but harm your lungs.

55. Girls shouldn't try to lose weight haphazardly.

Women need a certain amount of fat for normal metabolism. When the body fat percentage is below 20%, menstrual irregularities may occur, and if it is even lower, it may affect fertility.

56. There is only one way to lose weight.

It means ensuring that your energy intake is lower than your energy expenditure; simply put, it's about exercising more and controlling your diet.

57. Don't use nail polish that doesn't have any brand, manufacturer, or production date.

Some substandard nail polishes contain excessive levels of heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, and mercury, and some even contain banned pigments and fluorescent agents. Long-term use of these substandard nail polishes can lead to chronic poisoning and even cancer.

58. Be careful when getting your ears pierced.

Getting your ears pierced is a surgical procedure. If you are prone to keloid scarring, ear piercings can easily turn into keloids, requiring surgical removal. Furthermore, if proper sterilization is not performed, hepatitis B and hepatitis C can be transmitted.

59. Carry gastrointestinal medicine with you at all times.

When traveling, catching a cold, improper diet, or food that is not properly cleaned or contaminated can easily lead to infectious diarrhea.

60. Dim the bedroom lights. 

The primary function of a bedroom is rest and sleep, so it should not be too bright, too fancy, or too stimulating, especially the ceiling light.

61. Ventilation is the most effective way to remove formaldehyde.

After three months of forced ventilation, the indoor formaldehyde concentration decreased by 75%.

62. Whitening toothpaste isn't that magical.

For people who frequently drink coffee, tea, or smoke, whitening toothpaste can indeed have some effect. However, due to the limited brushing time and the dilution of the active ingredients during brushing, it's impossible to achieve whiter teeth after only a few brushings.

63. Don't drink the first glass of water from the tap in the morning.

During a random inspection of faucets, the Shanghai Municipal Bureau of Quality and Technical Supervision found that more than two-thirds of the faucets had excessive levels of heavy metal leaching, and it is best not to drink the first cup of water from them. 

64. Pollen sufferers should reduce outdoor activities during the day.

The concentration of pollen and other dust in the air is highest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., so people with hay fever should try to minimize their time outdoors during this period.

65. Avoid dyeing your hair if possible.

Since 1999, hematology departments in major hospitals in Shanghai have successively admitted a number of patients with unexplained drastic reductions in white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. Hospital case analysis and investigation revealed that these patients all had dyed their hair, and all had a history of hair dyeing for approximately two years. Those who really want to dye their hair should do so no more than once every six months.

66. Frequently biting your tongue may indicate a stroke.

Occasionally biting your tongue is normal and doesn't mean you want to eat meat. Frequently biting your tongue may indicate a stroke, where pressure on brain nerves prevents flexible tongue movement.

67. Sitting on a sofa frequently is bad for your health.

A sofa that is too soft will not provide enough support for the lumbar spine, which can lead to lumbar muscle strain, bone hyperplasia, and even lumbar disc herniation over time.

68. Go to the toilet frequently.

Holding urine for extended periods can weaken the body's resistance to infection, leading to urinary tract infections such as cystitis. In severe cases, it can affect kidney function and increase the risk of bladder cancer.

69. The "Dripping Guanyin" is poisonous.

Although it is a common houseplant, the white sap in the roots and stems of the Alocasia macrorrhiza is poisonous, but its odor is not.

70. Polygonum multiflorum is poisonous.

Raw Polygonum multiflorum has a certain degree of toxicity. Hospitals use processed Polygonum multiflorum, which has less toxicity. However, it is difficult to distinguish between them on your own, so do not take it without authorization.