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June 2012 PMID 22833756

Nocebo phenomena in medicine: their relevance in everyday clinical practice.

Winfried Häuser, Ernil Hansen, Paul Enck

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What people are saying

The collective discussions highlight the power of words in medicine, referencing a study in Germany where patients informed about side effects experienced more adverse effects, emphasizing the real-world implications of communication. The tone and choice of words, such as 'magnífico' and 'power of the mind,' underscore a recognition of the significance of the nocebo phenomenon, reflecting both curiosity and concern about ethical communication in healthcare.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the significance of the nocebo effect, with some emphasizing its importance in clinical practice and communication.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show high interest, especially when sharing studies and insights on how communication impacts patient outcomes.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include references to specific studies and reflections on the ethical concerns, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest awareness of the issue's potential to influence treatment effectiveness, but overall impact remains moderate due to limited depth.

Abstract in brief

  • Nocebo phenomena are common in clinical practice and involve negative symptoms caused by patients' negative expectations or suggestions from healthcare providers, often without any actual harmful treatment.
  • These effects can occur through learning mechanisms like Pavlovian conditioning or from verbal information, leading to adverse events or side effects during treatments such as medications.
  • Doctors face an ethical challenge: how to inform patients about potential risks without unintentionally inducing nocebo effects, highlighting the need for better communication training to optimize patient care.
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La Madre de Satán
@LaMadreDeSatan · X

En este estudio (magnífico) en Alemania, los pacientes a los que se han comunicado posibles efectos secundarios de un tratamiento los sufren en mucha mayor medida de aquellos a los que no se les ha comunicado nada. El poder de la mente. 44/ https://t.co/yRPG8MIQ8O

Jul 5, 2022 · 25 likes · 4 shares · 33,279 followers View post →
Slick
@lyssasphere · X

https://t.co/6qMCZh7mSn What do you know about the nocebo effect?

Dec 29, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 48,270 followers View post →
Creativity is a quiet mind and disciplined eye.
@balinoruo · X

@katievscancer @ThanksCancer https://t.co/JUH45fpoxF

Feb 9, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,298 followers View post →
Thanks Cancer!
@ThanksCancer · X

RT @balinoruo: @katievscancer @ThanksCancer https://t.co/JUH45fpoxF

Feb 9, 2023 · 1 share · 18,883 followers View post →
Carlos B.
@Carlosindreams · X

RT @LaMadreDeSatan: En este estudio (magnífico) en Alemania, los pacientes a los que se han comunicado posibles efectos secundarios de un t…

Jul 5, 2022 · 4 shares · 3,430 followers View post →
Metaforest
@Metaforest · X

RT @lyssasphere: https://t.co/6qMCZh7mSn What do you know about the nocebo effect?

Dec 29, 2022 · 1 share · 1,687 followers View post →

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Illusion Buster
@bobw075 · X

You sick. The nocebo effect. Nocebo Phenomena in Medicine Their Relevance in Everyday Clinical Practice https://t.co/JNSo0kvLOe "Words are the most powerful tool a doctor possesses, but words, like a two-edged sword, can maim as well as heal.“, Bernard Lown (e1).

Mar 26, 2023 · 161 followers View post →
Thanks Cancer!
@ThanksCancer · X

RT @balinoruo: @katievscancer @ThanksCancer https://t.co/JUH45fpoxF

Feb 9, 2023 · 1 share · 18,883 followers View post →
Creativity is a quiet mind and disciplined eye.
@balinoruo · X

@katievscancer @ThanksCancer https://t.co/JUH45fpoxF

Feb 9, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,298 followers View post →
Metaforest
@Metaforest · X

RT @lyssasphere: https://t.co/6qMCZh7mSn What do you know about the nocebo effect?

Dec 29, 2022 · 1 share · 1,687 followers View post →
Slick
@lyssasphere · X

https://t.co/6qMCZh7mSn What do you know about the nocebo effect?

Dec 29, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 48,270 followers View post →
biker boy
@Flj10721999 · X

RT @LaMadreDeSatan: En este estudio (magnífico) en Alemania, los pacientes a los que se han comunicado posibles efectos secundarios de un t…

Jul 6, 2022 · 4 shares · 413 followers View post →
Carlos B.
@Carlosindreams · X

RT @LaMadreDeSatan: En este estudio (magnífico) en Alemania, los pacientes a los que se han comunicado posibles efectos secundarios de un t…

Jul 5, 2022 · 4 shares · 3,430 followers View post →
B.K.
@Benjamin_Khalid · X

RT @LaMadreDeSatan: En este estudio (magnífico) en Alemania, los pacientes a los que se han comunicado posibles efectos secundarios de un t…

Jul 5, 2022 · 4 shares · 1,285 followers View post →
La Madre de Satán
@LaMadreDeSatan · X

En este estudio (magnífico) en Alemania, los pacientes a los que se han comunicado posibles efectos secundarios de un tratamiento los sufren en mucha mayor medida de aquellos a los que no se les ha comunicado nada. El poder de la mente. 44/ https://t.co/yRPG8MIQ8O

Jul 5, 2022 · 25 likes · 4 shares · 33,279 followers View post →