Experts warn of rising self-medication
Experts warn of rising self-medication
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Media Source: The Tribune (Pakistan)
Date: 6 November 2024
Dr Shumaila Abbasi from Aga Khan Hospital highlighted the challenges faced by those living with chronic pain and the importance of better support and management. She noted the need to focus on a unified approach to improve pain management, raise awareness and empower those affected. She warned that due to the self-medication trend…
Dr Shumaila Abbasi from Aga Khan Hospital highlighted the challenges faced by those living with chronic pain and the importance of better support and management. She noted the need to focus on a unified approach to improve pain management, raise awareness and empower those affected. She warned that due to the self-medication trend rising in the country. stomach, liver and lungs-related diseases have become prevalent. She made these remarks in the context of World Pain Day, during which experts emphasised the growing issue of self-medication in Pakistan, calling for public awareness campaigns to educate people about safe pain management and the risks of self-medication. According to a recent study, over 60% of Pakistanis resort to self-medication for pain management, leading to increased risk of misuse, overdose, and long-term health complications.