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A patient going to a doctor for his first visit was asked, And whom did you consult before coming to me? Only the village druggist, was the answer. And what sort of foolish advice did that numbskull give you? asked the doctor, his tone and manner denoting his contempt for the advice of the layman. Oh, replied his patient, with no malice aforethought, he told me to come and see you.


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This quote illustrates the irony of seeking professional advice. The patient was initially dismissed by the doctor for consulting with the village druggist, believing their advice to be foolish. However, it turns out that the druggist actually directed the patient to seek the doctor's expertise. The quote humorously highlights how even those deemed less knowledgeable can still guide individuals towards the right professionals, challenging the assumption that only experts possess valuable knowledge or advice.

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