SynopsisA man's internet searches for symptoms cause him significant worry about his health. He believes he has cancer after reading various online medical articles. The doctor explains that his symptoms are also signs of anxiety. Relief washes over the man, but he immediately searches for new symptoms. Meanwhile, an airline passenger questions the small size of his economy class seat.AgenciesA man's internet searches for symptoms cause him significant worry about his health. He believes he has cancer after reading various online medical articlesA man walks into a doctor's office looking extremely worried. The doctor looks up, 'What seems to be the problem?' The man whispers, 'I think I'm dying.'Doctor: Why would you think that?Man: I Googled my symptoms.Doctor: That was your first mistake.Man: I know. But then I kept reading. One website said I may have an autoimmune disorder.Doctor: Not necessarily serious.Man: Exactly. So, I searched 'autoimmune disorder' and discovered that it could indicate cancer.The doctor closes his eyes.Man: Then I searched 'cancer symptoms' and, apparently, I have all of them.Doctor: Which ones?Man: Fatigue, headaches, weight changes, difficulty sleeping, difficulty concentrating...Doctor: Those are also symptoms of being worried about having cancer!Man: Really? Oh, thank god.The doctor smiles. The man instantly pulls out his phone.Doctor: What are you doing?Man: I'm Googling whether being relieved after thinking you have cancer is a symptom of something.Air CSRPassenger: Why is my seat so tiny?Attendant: It's economy class, sir.Passenger: But I paid extra for legroom!Attendant: Yes, and we gave it to the person behind you.Passenger: So, I'm funding someone else's comfort?Attendant: Exactly. It's called premium generosity. ...moreElevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea.Subscribe Now
When Google becomes your doctor - The Economic Times
A man's internet searches for symptoms cause him significant worry about his health. He believes he has cancer after reading various online medical articles. The doctor explains that his symptoms are also signs of anxiety. Relief washes over the man, but he immediately searches for new symptoms. Meanwhile, an airline passenger questions the small size of his economy class seat.







