News India Live, Digital Desk: In today’s digital age, Google and now Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots are becoming people’s ‘personal doctors’. Be it a headache or any serious symptom, people find it better to ask solutions from AI instead of going to the doctor. But a report by Zee News and a recent study have issued a red signal regarding this growing trend. Researchers believe that health advice given by AI can not only be misleading, but it can also prove fatal.

Why is AI doctor ‘dangerous’ for your health?

The study has revealed that AI models are based on huge data, but they clinical judgment (Clinical Judgment) is lacking. Here are some of the main reasons why you shouldn’t trust AI blindly:

Misdiagnosis: AI can often mistake normal symptoms for serious illness or serious symptoms for normal. It works on the principle of ‘one size fits all’, although every person’s medical history is different.

Misleading medicines: Many times AI can suggest medicines that may cause allergies or serious side effects in a particular condition.

Old information: AI data is not always updated with the latest medical research or new guidelines, which poses a risk of getting outdated and inaccurate information.

Increasing threat of ‘cyberchondria’

Experts say that reading about diseases on the Internet and AI is affecting people. ‘Cyberchondria’ The problem of (Cyberchondria) is increasing. In this, the person considers even minor symptoms as a serious illness and becomes a victim of mental stress and anxiety. Self-medication without doctor’s advice can be fatal for liver, kidney and heart.

Doctor vs AI: Who is Better?

A doctor takes the decision after looking at the patient’s physical condition, age, gender and past illnesses. AI only recognizes words and patterns, it cannot sense the patient’s actual pain or physical signs (such as pulse, eye color or swelling).

Expert opinion: AI can only be a source of information, but it can never be a substitute for professional medical consultation. It is mandatory to consult a qualified doctor before starting any medicine or treatment.