Diagnosis: Googlitis

Google saves lives. I've used the Internet search engine many times to diagnose non life threatening medical issues, before seeking professional treatment. But it is a bit of a reason to pause for contemplation upon learning that medical professionals are also using Google for diagnoses.

As a 2nd or 3rd opinion, fine. But to have Google as the first stop in a professional diagnosis is troubling, particularly given the veracity of content online.