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flag Patients share harmful, unproven "cures" they’ve been told to try, highlighting frustration with dismissive, uninformed advice.

flag Chronic illness patients shared on Reddit the absurd and often dangerous "cures" they’ve been advised to try, like drinking lemon juice for migraines or meditation for epilepsy. flag These well-meaning but uninformed suggestions, ranging from ineffective to potentially harmful, reflect a widespread lack of understanding about long-term health conditions. flag Many patients expressed frustration and emotional distress from repeatedly being dismissed or offered unproven remedies instead of empathy or medical support. flag The thread highlighted how such advice undermines their lived experiences, minimizes their suffering, and can interfere with proper treatment. flag It underscored the need for greater awareness, respect for medical expertise, and compassionate communication when discussing chronic illness.

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