Quote by Publilius Syrus

There are some remedies worse than the disease.

There are some remedies worse than the disease.

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes the solution to a problem can be more harmful or negative than the problem itself. It implies that certain actions or approaches taken to solve an issue can actually exacerbate it or create new problems altogether. It serves as a reminder to consider the potential consequences and side effects of any remedy before implementing it, as it may potentially result in worse outcomes than the original problem.

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Medicine

By Publilius Syrus

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