Guide Note

Medical myths are medical misconceptions that are often common belief. Medical myths have been passed down through the generations and even some doctors themselves believe them. There is no clinical evidence to support these medical myths though. Medical myths were well meant statements, but were a misconstrued version of the actual truth.

In December of 2007, the British Medical Journal published an article on medical myths and brought out the spot light on several common myths practiced. The article raised a new awareness for people on medical myths.

Doctors need to evaluate their practices on a regular basis and stay up to date with all the new and upcoming findings that continue to appear daily so as not to fall prey to any medical myths.

Fast Facts

1. Trusted for years
2. Sometimes doctors even believe
3. No clinical evidence
4. Often stem from realities
5. Part of the myth is usually true, but its overall message is misconstrued

1. Everyone needs to drink 8 ounces of water daily
2. Humans use only 10% of their brain
3. Hair and nails grow after death
4. Shaving causes hair to grow back thicker, courser and darker
5. Reading in a dim lit room ruins eyesight
6. Eating turkey makes you sleepy
7. Cell phones create excessive electromagnetic interference in hospitals

Disclaimer

The content on this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor for information on Medical Myths.