Doctors treat and look after the well-being of their patients. But research shows that almost half of the physicians admit to neglecting their own health. A variety of factors can be responsible for this delay or negligence. Some of the reasons include busy schedules, finding a replacement colleague while you are at your appointment, or to maintain an image of invulnerability. Sometimes, the physicians do recognize that there is a problem that must be addressed, but they manage it by themselves.
Some observational studies show following statistics: 84% of medication taken by doctors is self-prescribed. One-third of diagnostic check-up are self-prescribed. Only 10% doctors undergo routine check-up. Even if they have a family doctor, they prefer to consult their colleague or a friend -- over formal doctor visits. This type of negligence or delays or self-treatment is widespread throughout…
