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In medicine, we are taught that “the patient will tell you the diagnosis if you listen carefully enough.” But over the years, I’ve realised that the body itself speaks — often more clearly than the patient’s words. From the scalp to the soles, every part of you is quietly reporting on your health. My role as a doctor has been to tune in to these messages and interpret them before they become cries for help.

Medicine and health are fields where myths and misconceptions often spread faster than facts. From household remedies passed down through generations to half-truths circulating online, patients frequently come to clinics with firm beliefs that may not be supported by science.