That's a demented way of making my point. But it's true.
I have something on my ankle that has now been diagnosed from a biopsy as being a "skin fungus". Don't gross out from the picture below, and don't judge.The stitches are from the biopsy they took. And it's shiny because I put stuff on it.
After putting Neosporin and Cortizone on it for weeks, even months, it never cleared up. So the dermatologist I visited decided to put me on a medication that is supposed to clear it up. I wasn't looking forward to taking one pill a day anyway, for any reason. So, when I started to read the side effects of this medication, I became even more paranoid about it.
SIDE EFFECTS:
Diarrhea, stomach upset, or temporary change or loss of taste may occur. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. This drug has RARELY (emphasis mine) caused serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop symptoms of liver disease, including persistent nausea, loss of appetite, severe stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine, vomiting, yellowing eyes/skin (can that happen for black people?). Seek medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing...
Um, is it just me or does it seem like the risks of taking this medication don't exactly outweigh the benefits? Should it be known that I just overcame months of severe abdominal pain? Now I'm possibly adding it back into my life. And all to clear up what is pretty much just an unsightly itch? It almost feels like amputation seems less of a risk.
I'm still considering taking the meds. I paid for them, afterall. But don't think I won't first be reconsidering the amount of life insurance I have or updating my will. Let it be known that I disagree with the whole "benefit is greater than the risk" disclaimer on the notes.
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