TOW #23: Self Diagnosis

        On CNN there is an article addressing how many people find it more effective to self diagnose themselves. It explained how many people when they come down with symptoms turn to the internet and Google to figure out what is wrong with them. The issue with this is that many sources give false information and can also lead the patient to false conclusions. Many sites can either provide very out of the box treatment options, or can add up the symptoms and lead to a major extreme. When one see's these conclusions of their symptoms, such as more often than not, cancer, they begin to panic. It is then that they finally consult a doctor just to be almost always debunked and sent home with a prescription for cold medicine.
       This article takes into consideration the positive aspects of the internet in these situations when the information provided is utilized correctly. Sometimes, people actually find an effective treatment of symptoms or easy cure.
       The author used logos and pathos through the article. She included statistics regarding those who turn to the internet as their first source of wisdom and diagnosis. Many quotes from doctors were also included to provide their perspective on these habits. Pathos is applied because it appeals to many people because almost everyone is guilty of getting a little riled up over something small with their health. This article appeals to people of all ages and everyone has been there at one point in there life or knows of someone who acts as a hypochondriac at sometime. I enjoyed this article because I know I am guilty of doing these self diagnosing from time to time. Also, I know many people who rely heavily on the internet on their information and I see how detrimental it can be.