Posted by LyndaK on August 23, 2001, at 21:37:12
In reply to Re: Cam! - Advisability and Legality of Importing, posted by JohnL on August 23, 2001, at 3:38:31
I'm new to this board, but the few things I've read authored by you, John, lead me to believe that biochemistry is an interest of yours. You seem to have confidence in your understanding of the way different drugs work. That gives you some confidence in your ability to select which drugs to try. I, on the other hand, have little knowledge in that area. I rely on my doctor's knowledge in that area...particularly if I'm on more than one drug. Although rare, some adverse reactions are fatal. I feel that I reduce the risk of serious adverse reactions by trusting my doctor's knowledge of biochemistry/pharmacology. If we start talking about a new drug, I give him a review of what I'm already on. (I don't trust him to look it up in my chart). I also draw upon his experience with other clients, although being introduced to this site has greatly expanded that particular advantage.
Just another perspective. :)
Lynda> Every decision we ever make in life has benefits and risks. I think any risks of self importation or self medication are rather small. The potential benefits far outweight the potential risks, by a long shot. Heck, just getting in your car to go to work is far more dangerous than ordering a med from overseas. But you still get in your car anyway.
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> It's all about risk vs benefit. For those of us who support self directed care, we see more benefit than risk. For those of you who do not support self directed care, you perceive more risk than benefit apparently. The only thing is that in dozens of cases here at this board of self directed care, not one single bad thing has happened. I'm sure someday something will. But even if/when it does, the track record is very impressive. It just so happens that people who self medicate are very experienced and they understand and respect the risks, resulting in responsible behavior.
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> I have seen more bad things happen due to drugs doctors prescribed, but no bad things happen from self directed drugs. Just my opinion, but the benefits far outweigh the risks, by a long shot.
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> It isn't the right direction to go for everyone though.
> John
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