The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #48321   Message #728621
Posted By: GUEST,Jack the Sailor
12-Jun-02 - 04:23 PM
Thread Name: BS: Why don't people trust doctors?
Subject: RE: BS: Why don't people trust doctors?
Faith and Double Blind tests.

Is it not a fact that in virtually all Double Blind tests a certian percentage see good results from the placebo? For many ailments, if you think it will help, IT WILL. Go read the disclaimers on virtually any prescription medicine. None claim to be 100% effective.

Where does this lead us? If we are disinclined to trust our doctor, we are less likely to be cured. Because FAITH could allow us to be cured even by sugar pills. Interesting paradox?

We need to educate ourselves about our conditions make sure that our doctors have our full cooperation and all the information they need. Then have some faith. BTW prayer is very effective if you believe in it. As is holistic medicine.