Samantha Gives An Explanation While Rahul Counters The Doc!

Star actress Samantha's medical advice on hydrogen peroxide nebulization to cure viral infections has landed her in an unwanted controversy. A renowned doctor popularly known as 'The Liver Doc' gave an aggressive reply and said that it is not advisable. He even called Samantha a health and science illiterate. He even said that she would be charged with endangering public health and fined or put behind bars.

A few other doctors too supported his statement saying that this treatment is not at all advisable. This went viral instantly and Samantha decided to gave a lengthy response to it. The actress said that she suggested them as they worked for her and they were less expensive.

She added, “A certain gentleman has attacked my post and my intentions with rather strong words. Said gentleman is a Doctor too. I have no doubt that he knows more than I do. And I am quite sure his intentions were noble. It would have been kind and compassionate of him had he not been so provocative with his words. Especially the bit where he suggests I should be thrown in prison. Never mind. I suppose it goes with the territory of being a celebrity. I posted as someone who needs medical treatments and not as a celebrity. And I certainly am not making any money from the post nor endorsing anyone. I was merely suggesting a treatment as an option after undergoing it myself, for others who may be looking for options because conventional medicine isn't working for them. Especially more affordable options.”

She went onto say, “Coming back to the topic of the said gentleman Doctor, it would have been nice had he politely invited my Doctor, whom I have tagged in my post, rather than go after me. I would have loved to have learnt from that debate and discussion between two highly qualified professionals. And as far as sharing information about the treatments that have helped my health, I shall be more careful as my intentions are only to help others. Not to harm anyone. I've had so many well meaning people suggesting ayurveda, homeopathy, acupuncture, Tibetan medicine, pranic healing etc. And I know many of us dealing with health issues need that help, especially given how overwhelming it is when every option has qualified people who are so certainly sure of their polar opposite opinions. Both sides, for and against every treatment, are both so sure and persuasive. It's difficult to navigate these and find good help.”

Rahul Ravindran who is an actor, writer and husband of Chinmayee took to Twitter and supported Sam. He gave a strong counter and replied to another doctor by saying, “This is such a well worded, compassionate advice. And as her well wishers… many of us have passed on the same. Her intention was merely to talk about something that seems to be working for her. But she understands now that it can leave her legally vulnerable. And she will be very careful from next time. It would have been really nice if the doctor would have taken the same approach. Not like she was publicly posting about something that has been declared illegal. But it's ok. We all choose our words. He chose his. Only he will know the mood and circumstances under which he chose them. Peace.”