英语释义
1. to treat (something) by self-medication
people who attempt to self-medicate depression
2. to treat oneself by self-medication
self-medicated with analgesics to control arthritic pain These courts are a lifeline for veterans, many of whom struggle with post-traumatic stress and brain injury when they return home after serving, often using drugs and alcohol to self-medicate.
— Claire Handscombe
3. to treat by self-medication
the patient had attempted to self-medicate depression
4. to treat oneself by self-medication
patients with dental pain often self-medicate with analgesics