What were the most Googled medical questions in 2023 — and what do patients in Europe need to know?

Search trends reveal what people are most concerned about, from infections and chronic disease to sexual health and mental wellbeing. In this episode, we break down the top 10 most searched medical questions of 2023 and explain the clinical facts behind them.

In this episode, we cover:

• The most searched symptoms and conditions in 2023

• Why certain health topics trend online

• Common misunderstandings seen in search-driven self-diagnosis

• When symptoms require formal medical assessment

• How doctors evaluate risk before recommending treatment

• When online prescription requests may be declined

• When urgent or in-person care is necessary

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