The internet is a treasure trove of fascinating stories, and when it comes to the world of medicine, the tales become even more compelling. From incredible recoveries to puzzling diagnoses, medical cases reveal the sheer complexity and resilience of the human body. They offer a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of healthcare.

One such hub of remarkable medical stories is the subreddit r/medizzy, where people alike share some of the most captivating cases. This community dives into rare conditions that baffle even seasoned experts and highlights the everyday struggles and victories of doctors. Keep reading to explore these extraordinary medical cases that showcase the weird, wonderful, and awe-inspiring side of medicine!

#1

Facial Reconstruction During World War I (1916-1917) [colorized]

Historical medical cases showing facial reconstruction and healing progress in early 20th-century surgery photographs.

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S Bow
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow, these results look better than some recent reconstructions I've seen!

Clarissa
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

amazing considering the state of surgery back then

L Norton
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They never show the disfiguring wounds in the movies. Lower jaw removed by shapmetal etc.

Sunshine
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those poor men! Those wounds are devastating!

Cool crow
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Doctors and surgeons learned so much from first world war injuries. F*** war!

Debbie
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This looks so painful... How did they eat/drink/were being fed? Every breath passing those wounds...I hope they were on good painkillers.

Huddo's sister
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not sure if it was common at the time but maybe naso-gastric tube?

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Chewie
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely astonishing for the time period 😮

S P
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11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The eyes of every one of them look so vacant and hollow in the first and so alive in the last.

Veronica Connelly
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11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cuz they were drugged the frigg up! They had the good stuff back in those days!

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    #2

    This Woman Performed A C-Section On Herself After Struggling During Labor And Not Having Access To Immediate Medical Care. Both She And The Baby Lived!

    Woman in traditional clothing, scar on abdomen, holding a knife; interesting medical case illustrating resilience.

    Adeisha Report

    Sarah Matsoukis
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's both incredibly sad and incredibly badass. And lucky because possible infections and stuff.

    S P
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hemorrhage is the bigger concern I think. Infections take time to take hold but the uterus is so vascular she could have died easily.

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    Chich the witch
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't let US health insurance companies hear about this! "Yeah, C section coverage denied as it does not require medically trained staff"

    S Bow
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing that she didn't diè from exsanguination.

    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Further information on this one: https://www.iflscience.com/woman-performed-a-c-section-on-herself-both-she-and-the-child-survived-68422

    Dro Mailbox
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must of had insurance from United Healthcare.

    Binky Melnik
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ouch. I have a migraine and you made me laugh, 🫏🕳️. 💋

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    Debbie
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Horrible, was there no one else to help her?

    Huddo's sister
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read a book about Australian doctors who perform fistula surgeries on women in a country where most people live very remotely and often women are alone or with only one other woman (not a doctor/midwife) when they give birth. Often the births go badly, and they are too far from a hospital to get help. Women end up either dying or having still births because labour is so long and then doesn't progress properly. Many times the women are actually 13/14 yar old girls, their pelvis isn't wide enough for delivery and the babies get stuck. If they do survive the women have fistulas (tears between orifice) that can lead to permanent incontinence and on top of that they become shunned from the community because they smell. Doctors can now repair some of the damage but it doesn't stop the cause. Not necessarily the case here, but I can understand being alone and terrified and doing everything you can think of to save your and your babies lives.

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    #3

    Before And After Orthognathic Surgery

    Before and after medical case showing jaw transformation with a smiling woman wearing glasses and a headband.

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    talliloo
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my son was born with a similar condition. he was under the care of a team of doctors and specialists for several years prior to the actual surgery. at one point, two of the surgeons had a falling out as one wanted to basically peel his face down, add cheek implants as well as adjusting/correcting the jaw. the other wanted to do a more conservative surgery. the result was i had to decide which one; i chose the latter. several times during his young life he had commented to the doctors that due to the severity of deformity he didn't look like me or his father and it bothered him. the day of the surgery was filled with anxiety as it was a five hour ordeal. when the dr came out the first thing he said was when he had finished the reconstruction and everything was in place he looked just like me and would be just fine. it wasn't what i expected to hear but immediately knew that he would be so happy.

    Veronica Connelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Id love to see photos! He sounds like a trooper. You do, too! I can't imagine how scary that must have been as a parent.

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    Cool crow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many years ago, I saw a documentary about this kind of surgery. Absolutely fascinating!

    S Bow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kinda looks like she had a rhinoplasty as well.

    Dee Rutherford
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    O, the out of place jaw was fixed but her nose is the same.

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    Huddo's sister
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are the types of pictures that fascinated me when I would read my mum's Mosby's medical dictionary. Amazing what they can do- in the past she would have been shut away from the world and probably died young.

    Wendy Hamilton
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a big surgery. Fantastic result.

    Helena
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I'm sure insurance wouldn't cover it because they'd call it cosmetic.

    ManuelQue
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depends if it was seen as a disability that would prevent her from leading a normal productive life.

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    MikeMaxis
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sure it was a painful process for her. Had to break her jaw and and wire her mouth closed for weeks.

    Pyla
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always sneaking in the Hapsburgs on me, BP

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    For many of us, health is a top priority, and it’s astonishing to think about how far medicine has come in just the last 20 years.

    From groundbreaking treatments to revolutionary technology, the advances have reshaped the way we think about healthcare and improved the quality of life for millions of people. It’s a journey of innovation, persistence, and human ingenuity that continues to wow us.

    #4

    Perfectly Lined Up Sternotomy Sealing, The Surgeon Is Amazing

    Patient with a floral chest tattoo and medical scar, showcasing the human body's resilience in recovery.

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    Edda Kamphues
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I needed ankle surgery, the surgeons made sure to cut around my tattoo. Very grateful!

    Velvl-Kai Ryder
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same when I broke my arm, they did such a good job

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    Debbie
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just thinking out loud, I assume the tattoo was done before the surgery. Wouldn't it be easier for the surgeon to close it then by matching up the lines? Would this mean the skin is aligned better than without the tattoo guiding? I am comparing it you seeing which I can hardly do and I know it's not the same, but in sewing you need to have the same tension on elastic fabrics if you sew them together so the resulting tension is right.

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fabric doesn't scar, stretch, or tighten after you sew it. Skin can do all of those things as it heals. Hopefully OP doesn't scar/keloid too badly, as their tattoo could be pulled slightly out of alignment as the incision heals, no matter how skillfully the surgeon aligned it during sealing/suturing. And - I'm not in the medical profession, but my aunt (an ER nurse in her youth) told me that the surgeons sometimes made lines, circles, or other shapes on a patient's skin before surgery, in order to (hopefully) re-align the incision during suturing. But for most surgeries, I imagine the focus is on a successful surgery and a good, clean suturing/sealing, not necessarily on perfectly re-aligning the skin (or any tattoos the patient may have.) OP had a good surgeon who cared about at least trying to get their tattoo realigned.

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    Brenda
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I had to have my breast removed (cancer), I asked my surgeon to either remove my tattoo completely or do his best to leave it whole. He left it whole. Amazing job!

    Zero
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I ripped the bottom of my foot, taking a huge layer off the bottom. Mc accident..I had a tattoo that went along my ankle and up my leg..the boys re attached via my tattoo..you wouldn't even know it unless i told you.

    MikeMaxis
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is an argument that the tat was done after the surgery. Otherwise its an odd place for that.

    #5

    A Man From India Has An Ultra-Rare Condition Called Hypertrichosis, Also Known As “Werewolf Syndrome”

    Person with unique facial hair growth illustrating an interesting medical case.

    This incurable condition is so rare that it is believed that only 50 people have had it since the Middle Ages

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    LittleWombat
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He wears it quite well! He is still very handsome imo!

    Zaach
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A Chinese heavy-metal rocker had the same problem - hair grew on his eye-lids; everyone thought he was deaf b/c the hair in his ear canal trapped the ear-wax - he had 20 years of ear wax build up

    Cool crow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks cool in a way. His hair looks soft. Don't know about anyone else but I think I like it when I look at things from a different perspective.

    Victoria
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Werewolf? 👈There Wolf, and 👉there Castle!!

    Clarissa
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder if laser hair removal would work?

    Upstaged75
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a little girl (I think in South America) who was born with it and that's what they're doing with her. They only do small areas at a time because they need to anesthetize her to do it.

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    Sarah Forquer
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's kinda cute - looks really soft!

    Steven Meyer
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This condition is how the story of the werewolf even started. This conditions been around with people for hundreds of thousands of years, most of the people have the entire body covered in hair as well.

    Kerry Fletcher
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    11 months ago

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    No one can take a joke

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Joking" about someone suffering from a medical condition is NEVER funny unless THEY are the one making the joke and thus are on board with it. If you can't understand why "joking" about someone ELSE'S health/physical issues isn't funny, then you have a complete lack of human empathy/sympathy.

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    #6

    Tetanus, Or "Lockjaw," Is Caused By The Bacterium Clostridium Tetani, Which Produces A Toxin Leading To Severe Muscle Spasms. Historically, Due To The Abrupt And Rigid Muscle Contractions, People Believed Tetanus Was A Form Of Demonic Possession

    Patient in hospital bed mimicking artistic pose illustrates intriguing medical case, highlighting human body capabilities.

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    Any
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get your vaxxines! To prevent this. Tetanus is practically everywhere.

    Nils Skirnir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get them before RFK jr makes them illegal

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    Kelly Scott
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did you guys read about the little boy who got tetanus because his parents didn't believe in vaccines? His hospital bill was over $80,000 and one of the things they used to cure him was - a tetanus vaccination. And when he left the hospital, his dumb parents said they still wouldn't get him vaccinated for anything because they still didn't believe in vaccines. How do people get that stupid?

    JoMeBee
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I didn't think tetanus was curable... And those parents should have their children taken away due to medical neglect.

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    E. Hamilton
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get a calf cramp and I'm done, I can't imagine this!

    Dog Mom to Zoe
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a friend whose grandma's husband died of lockjaw in the 50's.

    Veronica Connelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Couldn't you have just said you had a friend whose grandpa died of lockjaw in the 50's? Lololol

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    BoredPangolin
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Contractions so brutal they can break bones. And 1 in 10 people will die of it, treated or not. Get vaccinated, I'd say.

    Gypsy Lee
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To see actual demonic possession look towards the US White House on Jan 20, 2025.

    ROSESARERED
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tetanus is in the soil.get vaccinated..

    Sheena Leversedge Wood
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it looks like absolute agony. can't imagine why anyone would risk it. being quite accident prone, I've now had enough tetanus vaccinations they told me I don't need anymore

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    Two decades ago, smartphones were just emerging, and now we have wearable devices like smartwatches that can monitor your heart rate, track your sleep, and even detect irregularities like atrial fibrillation.

    These gadgets have made it easier for people to stay on top of their health without even stepping into a clinic. It’s like having a mini-doctor on your wrist—a concept that would have seemed like science fiction in the early 2000s.

    #7

    A Kidney Stone We Got Sent Today. Omg

    Gloved hand holding a medical specimen jar, demonstrating an interesting medical case.

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    Warren Peece
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoever peed that one out deserves every Olympic gold medal.

    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is definitely a surgical removal, it's IMPOSSIBLE to pass a stone that size. I worked in a Urology office for 7 years and then was a container of different size calcium oxalate and staghorn stones.

    talliloo
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i just got out of being in hospital for 2 weeks for a kidney stone. it was of a size that was borderline in whether to do a less invasive procedure via the urethra or actual open surgery and take it out directly from the kidney. procedure went okay but i ended up going septic. what a nightmare

    Bi.Felicia
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Glad to hear that you're home now and recovering 😌

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    S Bow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't imagine the pain this caused.

    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How the hell is this person still alive?

    Razvan Coman
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you sure it isn’t the actual kidney

    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That looks far more like a bladder stone than a kidney stone - that would have ruptured the kidney.

    Remi (He/Him)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From the shape it looks like the kidney became the stone

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    Rosemary .
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband had a gallstone the size of an egg!

    Brian Droste
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why you need to drink plenty of water. I had a friend many years ago and he would drink quite a bit of pop. He would get kidney stones now and then. Nothing nearly this big, I heard that they can be painful to pass. I can see why now.

    Andrew McFarlane
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That''s not just a stone. It's a boulder...

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    #8

    Gouty Arthritis

    Hands with large, swollen joints, illustrating an interesting medical case that highlights the complexity of the human body.

    GiorgioMD Report

    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG that has to be horribly painful. My FIL had gout at times and he couldn't stand anything touching his feet or legs during flare-ups.

    Linda Riebel
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Judging by the wristband and the item on the left finger ring, this poor person is in a hospital or clinic. Praying that they got realllllly good treatment.

    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dear lord that looks painful as hell.

    Mike F
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was diagnosed that in my knees, thankfully it never progressed to that stage.

    Dog Mom to Zoe
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a bit of arthritis in my left pinky, and it pains me from time to time however I would never insult someone who has this or a severe case to say I know how you feel because there is no way I could compare. I hope this person is able to find relief in the care of the hospital.

    Auntriarch
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes indeed, I'm feeling quite friendly to my mild thumb arthritis suddenly

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    ZuriLovesYou
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That looks horrible to live with.

    Mary Kelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wow, no red meat, shellfish, alsohol or yeast for you!

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    #9

    Normal Birthmark

    Man with heterochromia reveals intriguing eye condition, showcasing an interesting medical case.

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    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a bright red one in the corner of my eye when I was little. It faded out quick, thank God, because by kindergarten I was very tired of hearing 'did you know your eye is bleeding?' from anyone who didn't know me.

    Leigh
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a freckle on my left eye.

    Bewitched One
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have one on the colored part of one eye. I’ve kept a very close eye 😉 on it lol but really, my mom had melanoma and my dad had cancer and passed away at 29. I’m 30 so I’ve been really a**l about getting anything strange checked. That included. It’s been the same size and shape for years so I’m hoping I’m in the clear

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    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's kind of cool looking.

    Surgical techniques have also seen tremendous progress. Take robotic-assisted surgeries, for example. The Da Vinci Surgical System, which gained popularity in the 2000s, now performs minimally invasive procedures with unparalleled precision.

    Compared to traditional methods, it results in smaller scars, faster recovery, and less pain—a game-changer for both doctors and patients.

    #10

    I Had Brain Surgery In January Of ’23 And One Of The Screws Used Worked Its Way Through My Skin And Eventually Came Out

    Tiny medical s***w next to a penny on a light green surface, highlighting an interesting medical case.

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    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bodies are surprisingly good at removing things that register as foreign.

    Ria C.
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup my body rejected a pin put in my ankle after I broke it. Literally was making it's way out of my skin till the doc did a quick slice and pulled it out. Also I passed at least 2 staples after bowel surgery and another was pushing it's way out and had to be removed during my colonoscopy.

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    Warren Peece
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How long did it take for the penny to come out?

    Michael Largey
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My brain usually has trouble retaining things. But screwy things - I remember them.

    JessieJ&LilyLovebug
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have three screws in my knee, holding my replacement ACL in place. They've been there since 1996, so...hopefully, I'm good.

    Virginie Michaud
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mine since 1994. And I have 2 mor ein my shouldersince 2004, bionic women...

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    Atomic Giraffe
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would there be any bad side effects from this? Like is that supposed to happen?

    Steven Meyer
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see the problem! They used a metal screw, and they need to use a brain screw!

    ManicMantisShrimp
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somebody's got a screw loose. I'll see myself out

    Hugh Crawford
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing worse then putting something complicated back together only to find an extra screw

    Xenia Harley
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    New meaning to having a screw loose. Especially as it was for brain surgery! Yikes!

    KLL
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Psychologist notes: screws loose in head

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    #11

    A Man In Peru Experienced An Unusual Swelling, Resembling A Balloon, Following A Fishing Accident. After A Deep-Sea Diving Expedition For Shellfish, He Had To Quickly Resurface Due To The Propeller Of A Large Commercial Vessel Severing His Compressed Air Supply

    Man with a rare medical condition being examined by a doctor, showcasing the human body's complexity.

    HealerMD Report

    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like 'the bends' and he's about to go into a hyperbaric chamber to sort it.

    badger
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm surprised he's still alive - the blood in his brain & heart must just be red froth.

    Sleepy children love Moon
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's like with the blobfish I think, or at least similar? idrk, but it looks like it hurts

    KLL
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And he squeezed himself into jeans?!

    María Hermida
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The air tends to go to the upper part of the body

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    My O My
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can somebody please explain? Is it basically air?

    Veronica Connelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When a diver breathes air under pressure, nitrogen dissolves into their body tissues. The deeper and longer the dive, the more nitrogen is absorbed. When the diver ascends, the pressure decreases and the nitrogen must be released from the body through respiration. If the ascent is too rapid, the nitrogen doesn't have time to clear and forms bubbles in the blood and tissues.

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    #12

    13 Vertebral Bodies Taken From An Organ Donor To Be Used For Bone Marrow

    Human ribs on surgical blue drape, showcasing a fascinating medical case examination.

    mriTecha Report

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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I am dead you can have any part of me that can help others... Seriously bury or combust anything that isn't useful but once I am dead rip me into pieces... It is my last retort!

    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My sentiments exactly. You don't need to take your organs with you - if you're buried it's only the worms who will have you, and if you're cremated everything will end up as ashes. Why, when someone else can benefit!

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    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can donate a lot more body parts than I think most people realize.

    Janelle Collard
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the best stories on Bored Panda was (I think) last month, when the recipient of a bride's dad's heart walked the bride down the aisle at her wedding. Her dad's heart was there for her. 😭

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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Folks in my family tend to live long. I'm not sure if I'll have much in good shape. In my neck of the woods, one can either donate parts for patients or donate the whole shebang to a medical school. Off to medical school, then, where I want a big sign or an announcement: "Kids, dig in!"

    Mary Tonningsen
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad's body went to a medical school. He was 93 when he died with dementia, but his organs were working well until they just didn't anymore. I hope his body and brain were helpful to some students!

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    Dawnieangel76
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know what I'll have left that's still usable when I go, but by all means, TAKE IT!

    Riobha
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my partner died they took her bones and skin as donations. So this picture sorta freaks me out...

    Earonn -
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope, to know that her donations helped many others helps you in your grief, too, a little bit at least.

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    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You know, when I had my hip replaced in 2008 I asked my surgeon if I could have the removed piece. I'm a bit dark & thought it would be cool under a glass cloche. He said no. :( It was a bio hazard. Guess what? Cooking down my holiday "bone in" ham looks just about the same ...

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    Cancer treatments have undergone a revolution as well. Two decades ago, chemotherapy was often the primary option, but today we have targeted therapies and immunotherapies that are far more precise and personalized.

    These treatments not only increase survival rates but also come with fewer side effects, offering patients a better quality of life during their recovery journey.

    #13

    Ever Since I Got Covid Twice Working As A Hcp In 2020, I Now Get Full Body Hives, Apparently A Post-Viral Reaction, A Couple Times A Month, Mostly When I’m Stressed

    Close-up of a leg showing skin irritation, showcasing an interesting medical case related to the human body.

    GMorningSweetPea Report

    Michelle H
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh $&!+ I have been getting hives similar causation and it started a few weeks after recovering from a case of covid that almost took me out. I'm going to bring this up with my doctors.

    Anxiety Panda
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was given xolair injections for hives like those. Helped tremendously.

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    Xenia Harley
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think doctors have even scratched the surface with the fallout of COVID. So many people seem to have long COVID symptoms that don't fit into any "box" doctors are used to. Allergies seem to be a big side effect.

    Elizabeth Bennett
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    See an allergist who specializes in Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. You can find one on the MCAS Society website. You don’t have to continue on like this. It also makes you get sick more easily because your immune system is so busy fighting things that aren’t true threats that viruses and bacteria get missed.

    Tonyah Mcanelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what Penecillin does to me

    Mari
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My brother also got hives after a flu. My son after a toddler virus.

    Bi.Felicia
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As far as I know, I'm not allergic to anything and I have never had hives or Covid. The first time I ever got any hives, in my life, was shortly after a very emotional and stressful argument/fight, that I got into with a family member. I got a few small little ones on my lower back, that were super itchy/annoying. This first happened in either 2018/2019 and it only got worse. For the first 2 years or so, I would break out in these huge, red, raised welts, that were so so itchy and painful, almost anytime I was dealing with stress. The only thing that really made them go away, was taking Benadryl, but it knocks me out, so I can't always take it. I still don't have any official diagnosis and my symptoms have changed since, but it would be nice to get some answers.

    Pam Wilson-Hallinan
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did you get vaccinaeted BEFORE you got Covid?

    MacintoshID
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to get hives like this for a few years and then they stopped when I started to get treated for my RA. I get only small ones now about 1-2 times a week.

    Lyoness
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I lost my sense of taste (for salty things only, not sweet) and I'm still waiting to get it back.

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    #14

    The Mermaid Syndrome

    Unusual medical case showing a hand holding a limb with abnormal growth, highlighting interesting aspects of the human body.

    schastlivaya-zhizn:
    The mermaid syndrome, also known as sirenomelia, is a rare, fatal multi-system congenital syndrome. The most common findings are lower limb fusion into a single extremity, deformities of the sacrum and pelvic girdle, absence of external genitalia, absence of anal patency, and lethal renal abnormalities. These infants frequently display Potter's facies and pulmonary hypoplasia as a result of the oligohydramnios that result from renal agenesis.

    GiorgioMD Report

    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More than half of sirenomelia cases end with stillbirth and those born alive usually die within a day or two of birth because of complications associated with a genitourinary, cardiac, respiratory, neurologic, or gastrointestinal associated malformation. There have been a few cases where a few individuals survived the neonatal period. Tiffany Yorks was the oldest case and lived to be 27 years old. The most famous case was Shiloh Pepin. She lived to be ten.

    JessieJ&LilyLovebug
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Send me to Hel right now, but I would NEVER bring a child into the world to suffer and die like this. They are innocent, but if sparing them this is a sin, then fine. Like Tay Sachs...I'm just not doing it.

    Bewitched One
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really neat study on tay sachs if you’re interested in reading https://www.umassmed.edu/news/news-archives/2022/02/first-gene-therapy-for-tay-sachs-disease-successfully-given-to-two-children/#:~:text=Aggressive%20medical%20treatment%20can%20extend,from%20passing%20into%20the%20brain.

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    BEDE
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Translation from a med student: Mermaid syndrome is a rare, fatal multi-system syndrome present at birth. The most common findings are legs fusing into a single limb, deformities of the pelvis, lack of visible genitals, lack of a**l opening, and fatal kidney abnormalities. These infants often have unique facial features associated with Potter’s syndrome, and incomplete development of the lungs due to low amniotic fluid caused by kidneys failing to form

    Nancy Bania
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was a lot of words I had to look up.

    Grace Knowlton
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not always fatal there have been a couple of cases where they survived

    Midoribird Aoi
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only a handful, like Shiloh Pepin, who lived till she was ten.

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    Cathy Jo Baker
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once again, please, this time in English?

    BEDE
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mermaid syndrome is a rare, fatal multi-system syndrome present at birth. The most common findings are legs fusing into a single limb, deformities of the pelvis, lack of visible genitals, lack of a**l opening, and fatal kidney abnormalities. These infants often have unique facial features associated with Potter’s syndrome, and incomplete development of the lungs due to low amniotic fluid caused by kidneys failing to form

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    #15

    Patient Got Bit By A Stray Dog, And This Is His Rabies Vaccine And Immune Globulin Set Up

    Medical syringes and vials on a desk next to a keyboard, highlighting intriguing medical cases and the human body's complexity.

    LittleLoobyLulu Report

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Apparently the rabies vaccines aren't nearly as brutal as they used to be, but I hear they're still not fun, either.

    Weasel Wise
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got my basic rabies vaccines a few years ago (I tend to attract critters as I travel the world and the I pet them). Three shots given at different times. Zero reaction. But if you wait until you're bitte by something rabid, the process is much different, and not pleasant.

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    SmooshieFries
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a rabid bat graze my finger but since you can’t wait and see if you get symptoms cuz that mean ba-bye, I had alll the shots. Yes, it did feel like acid being injected into my finger 6x then up my arm. They have to inject the “acid” as close to the nerves as possible but the doc hit one once- while I was saying Holy c**p and Oww oww oww, when he hit the nerve it was a “ F*** IN A BUCKET “ and a “KELLLY CLARKSON!!”

    Norm Gilmore
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank f**k I live in a country free of rabies. Our very first case in 2023 was from an overseas ship worker who fell ill while in the country. https://www.health.govt.nz/news/no-risk-to-public-from-nzs-first-rabies-case

    Maartje
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last month, a teacher in California died of rabies. She tried to pick up a bat that had made it's way into the classroom. It bit her. She knew she was bit but did not go to a doctor. It is sad what happened to her but at the same time her behavior was just unbelievably , moronically stupid.

    Bored Trash Panda
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would rather get this done than die from rabies.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. I was attacked by a rabid Doberman when I was nine. It was thirty shots, all in my stomach. The neighbor who saved me from her picked me up and carried me home. Then he went home and grabbed his shotgun, came back & shot her. It was 1972, so not much was made about it. I barely remember the attack, but the scars are a sure reminder.

    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's also a preventative vaccine for people like animal handlers.

    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So glad we don't have rabies in this country.

    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure about the rest of the county but here in NC you have to go to the ER for the 1st rabies shot and Urgent Care for the rest of them a week apart.

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my dad was bitten by an unvaccinated dog, he kept having to go back to the ER, because apparently in our area that's the only place you can get a rabies shot 🙄

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    alaina66
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What the bloody h*ll?? I mean...I'm not bothered by shots/needles...but THIS!!??

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Better than not getting the shots - rabies is 100% fatal if left untreated.

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    Gene editing, once the stuff of sci-fi movies, is now a reality thanks to CRISPR technology. This revolutionary tool allows scientists to edit DNA with incredible precision, opening the door to potential cures for genetic disorders like cystic fibrosis and sickle cell anemia.

    #16

    Tight Situation! Boa Constrictor In The Emergency Room

    A large snake coiled on a person's lap in a medical setting, showcasing interesting medical cases involving the human body.

    Surgeox Report

    Paul Sloan
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    at some point, earlier in the evening, this man said "hold my beer".

    Pandora
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a case of, should I go to the hospital, or should I go to the vet? 🤔

    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Took me a second to realize the snake was stuck on the patient's hand and that it wasn't that the snake was in the ER for accidentally tying themselves into a pretzel.

    Cool crow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you think boas are ticklish? Maybe not.

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    Alex Boyd
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I recently learned that if your snake has swallowed its own tail*, you can often sort it out by applying a little hand sanitizer. I wonder if that would help here? (*yes, that really happens!)

    primeline31
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've also heard that you can pour liquor on the area where the snake has his mouth on you. The snake will release because it can't spit.

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    n75mk9nk2n
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a very large and no doubt very scared noodly boi.

    N.
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What exactly will happen in the ER? Are they going to cut the snake off???

    Tiger
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I looked it up because I was curious too - someone on Reddit said ice cold water on the snake’s head is uncomfortable for them and can make them let go, or a spray of hand sanitizer/isopropyl alcohol on the snake’s head/mouth. If all else fails, call a vet for sedatives. Interesting eh!

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    Svenne O'Lotta
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's really not that hard to make them let go. Just hold your hand under water or put some rubbing alcohol on their nose.

    E. Hamilton
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This seems a bit ridiculous. First do you want the snake to live? If no, Kill it and unwind it. If yes, go to a vet and sedate it and unwind it. Why go to a hospital?

    Gaerwing
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably just panic honestly, the snake has done some damage to them, look at the blood. The person probably wasn't thinking all that straight and just went to the nearest place they thought could help them (you're right though, a vet or a knife is the simplest solution here). Some humans do well in crisis, some lose all sense of reason.

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    Veronica Connelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry to the animal lovers, but I would have definitely grabbed a knife and got that thing off myself

    Lyoness
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I the only one whose first thought was knife = problem solved?

    Veronica Connelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw your comment after I posted mine...lol great minds think alike

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    #17

    A Severe, Antibiotic Resistant Infection Caused My Eardrum To Rupture. I Bought A Digital Otoscope And Took A Picture Every Other Day As It Healed

    Close-up series of a medical case showing detailed ear examination, highlighting the human body's complexities.

    ShesGotSauce Report

    Sunshine
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That must have been excruciating!

    Kristin
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With some people the pain is immediate and sharp but goes away shortly after the injury and just be like a ringing in the ear (tinnitus) dizziness and nausea and drainage so pretty much like having vertigo which I got on my first time ever on a plane 🤷‍♀️ haha but like I said just for some people

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    Susan Raskin
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    where did you buy the digital Otoscope? I want one.

    JLN
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As someone who gets frequent ear infections I kinda wanna buy one now 🤣

    Binky Melnik
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s weird how it’s shaped like a tiny little heart! I eat chicken hearts, or rather I did; this kinda puts me off my feed. (I currently have a very ugly, drippy ulcer in my nose. I’m now thinking I don’t wanna see it.)

    ManuelQue
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Um...maybe have a pro look at it? It might be easily numbed with anesthetic spray and then treated? Sorry...but that sounds painful!

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    #18

    These Are Mulberry Molars, Which Are Associated With Congenital Syphilis

    Unique dental anomaly showcasing interesting medical cases and the complexity of the human body.

    mriTecha Report

    Atom Bohr
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But from what I can tell, mulberry molars usually appear in the typical positions of molars, not in place of the incisors. Can someone explain this?

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The title is incorrect. These are Hutchinson's Teeth, which ARE a sign of congenital syphilis as well, but not "mulberry molars" - as you are correct, the condition "mulberry molars" only affects the permanent first molars. Someone with congenital syphilis can have both Hutchinson's Teeth and mulberry molars.

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    Shelley Keenan
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's terrifying ohmygoodness

    Even everyday healthcare has seen a transformation. Telemedicine has surged in popularity, especially after the pandemic. Now, you can consult a doctor from the comfort of your home with just a few clicks.

    #19

    Caput Medusae. It Is The Appearance Of Engorged And Severely Distended Epigastric Veins That Usually Radiate From Umbilicus Around The Abdomen. It Is Also Called Palm Tree Sign And Is Cardinal Sign Of Portal Hypertension

    Unique medical case showing a hairy back with distinct skin patterns, illustrating the human body's complexity.

    mriTecha Report

    Lord of the wings
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    chestbursters are making a comeback. That really sucks. That looks like no fun.

    Cheery
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    egads, huge vessels...

    #20

    This Young Patient Stepped On A Football Table Pole, The Pole Penetrated The Sole Of His Foot Going Through The Shoe And Sock

    Foot with external fixator and shoe, X-ray reveals metal rod through the foot highlighting an interesting medical case.

    mriTecha Report

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How did he step on this at this angle? Was he trying to balance on it like a circus trick?

    Uren Bugwandeen
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am near certain he kicked the table and got the bar

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    AP
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good Lord I don't think I can keep scrolling this list

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    Lord of the wings
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    its not even sharp how is that possible? also ouch!!!!

    Vix Spiderthrust
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a case study of a construction worker who drove a narrow pipe right through his foot. Rushed to hospital in screaming agony, the worst pain he'd ever felt in his life. But when they get the boot off, what do they find? The pipe had passed harmlessly between his toes and he was completely uninjured. Yet before this discovery he was genuinely in terrible pain. It *looked* like he had been impaled so he expected pain, and his brain had prioritised that information over the nerve signals that were telling it the foot was normal.

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    #21

    Extreme Case Of Lymphedema!

    Unusual medical case showcasing an extreme foot condition, highlighting the complexity of the human body.

    HealerMD:
    Lymphedema, or lymphatic obstruction, is a long-term condition where excess fluid collects in tissues causing swelling (edema).The lymphatic system is a part of the circulatory system and vital for immune function. Lymphedema is caused by a blockage of this system. Lymphedema commonly affects one of the arms or legs. In some cases, both arms or both legs may be affected...

    HealerMD Report

    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A couple of places are also starting to look necrotic.

    alaina66
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the stuff I see on MY 600LB. LIFE!

    Lorraine Woollands
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My partner had Lymphedema, he had ulcers on both legs because of it. The ulcers had gone so deep they had damaged the nerves, he didn't feel any pain in the legs. The smell was horrendous. He later died of sepsis

    Renee H.
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have lymphodema caused by stage 4 breast cancer. Thank God it isn't severe like the photo but it's painful and annoying!

    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor person. You can barely make out the feet anymore.

    m6nbtfpx7q
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Something else my mother had. She’d go to the hospital and gain 30-50 pounds in water weight in a matter of days. Hers never got this bad, she had a therapist that would come to the house to wrap her legs. This must be incredibly painful for the patient.

    ROSESARERED
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mum had that. Lost a leg due to an infection that turn cancerous....died from fluid build-up around her heart...miss you mum

    Geoffrey Scott
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lady I know asked to have me do a couple tasks as well as fetch her mail. Not hard to fathom why, as her feet looked the size of US footballs. Yes, sugar.

    Donna Sempek
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sugar. Do your research before you make a statement.

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    BoredPangolin
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How absolutely awful... And probably avoidable in a proper hospital.

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    Vaccines have also made remarkable strides. The speed at which COVID-19 vaccines were developed was a testament to how far medical research has come.

    #22

    A Rare Glimpse At Something That’s Called Fascia, It’s The White Covering That Is On Top Of Muscle And Under The Skin!

    Unusual medical case showing a forearm with an open skin condition, highlighting human body resilience.

    mriTecha Report

    Coolname
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not a doctor but I'm pretty sure we aren't supposed to be able to see that.

    Lucas Jackson
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How did they do this? Looks painful

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In hindsight, I had a much smaller one of these off a sharp shelf corner at work. At the time I assumed it couldn't be that bad because it didn't bleed. Wasn't until several years later that I found out these should get stitches.

    H. Hünsel
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is there no blood at all?

    Tiger
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s not bleeding because the only blood vessels severed were capillaries, which clot very quickly :)

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    sturmwesen
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did not need to see this ....fascinating

    Paul Sloan
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would be hoping up and down, running in circles if that was I.

    Ansi
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well 🤢 This fascia is what they cut open on me to make more room for the muscle when it was swelling. 20 years later and I still didn't need to see that. 😬

    m6nbtfpx7q
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t think that’s supposed to be showing

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    #23

    Neurosurgeon Removes Live 8cm Long Worm From Woman's Brain

    Medical case: Brain MRI and specimen jar with worm, highlighting human body resilience.

    GiorgioMD Report

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Were they related to RFK Jr?

    Mike F
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it was his it would have starved.

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    Chich the witch
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Worked with a guy years ago who went to south america and came back with some type of brain worm. Messed him up in a big way. I don't think he ever returned to work.

    H. Hünsel
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    how did he notice it? Sounds so scary

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    Jan Moore
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our vet has a poster with a baby that has a worm in his eye to show why you should deworm your pets. Really gross. Also, I think Guinea worms can migrate to the eye.

    Lee451 Henderson
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shouldn't let babies eat from the litter box.

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    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somebody might have eaten undercooked pork at some point.

    BEDE
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It doesn’t look like a pork tapeworm at all, looks like a roundworm. Still could’ve come from pork I suppose but I’m honestly not sure what species this worm is

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    Gary
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm just going to come out and say no.

    Bewitched One
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would love to know that symptoms caused by that

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    #24

    My Baby Implanted Next To My Copper Iud Last Year. My Obgyn Office Is Still Talking About How Rare This Was. She’s 7 1/2 Weeks Old Now

    Ultrasound image showcasing an interesting medical case, highlighting the complexity of the human body.

    bigsqueezies Report

    C.Stith
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Determined little baby!!!

    Karizma Kaliko
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Apparently I was the first one in the "tri-county area" to have failed the copper iud. I've got a very handsome and smart (arsed) 12 year old young man now.

    JessieJ&LilyLovebug
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom had endometriosis and she was on birth control, when she became pregnant with me.

    Clown fish
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Snap I'm like your mum. I've got 3 kids all whilst on birth control of different kinds and I have endometriosis

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    Littlemiss
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My friend had her tubes tied, 9 years later she fell pregnant. Stranger things happen.

    Roni Stone
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If ever a child was meant to be born...

    Donna Sempek
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Survivor of the Dalcon Shield. But with a huge ovarian cyst with oophorectomy, and finally a total hysterectomy

    Annabel Again
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hooray for all y’all rugged pandas and friends<3

    Xenia Harley
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I knew someone who had fraternal twins with the IUD. Doctor delivered one twin, second, then the IUD was removed! Both kids were fine, thankfully, but she and her husband were pretty stunned!

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    Digital health records have replaced the old system of paper files, making healthcare more efficient and less prone to errors. Doctors can now access your medical history in seconds, enabling better coordination and care. It’s a small but crucial improvement that has made a world of difference.  

    The rise of personalized medicine is another leap forward. By analyzing a person’s genetic makeup, doctors can now tailor treatments specifically to their needs.

    #25

    Frozen Red Cells From A Prenatal Patient Who Is U Negative And Has Anti-U. Approximately 99.9% Of The Population Is U Positive. The Red Cells Will Be Used To Identify Antibodies On Future Patients

    Medical case: red granules in a metal sieve, showcasing a unique characteristic of the human body.

    Zukazuk Report

    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forbidden Crunchberries.

    Roxy222uk
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a bit of a weird picture. Red blood cells are waaaaay smaller than that, and why would they be put in a grotty old metal sieve?

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The cells were suspended in a mixture of sucrose and albumin before being dripped into liquid nitrogen." Also, OP on Reddit said (re: the sieve) "The lab is decades old and if it aint broke they aren't replacing it 🤷‍♀️"

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    Mary Tonningsen
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe it's the same thing as the Rh factor, just another name for it. When I googled U blood, info for the Rh stuff came up.

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    martymcmatrix
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aka. the forbidden berries. 🫐 🙅🏽 🍓

    Cheery
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    cells that huge? hmmmm

    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are they putting these 'precious frozen red blood cells' in a rusty old seive? And why are these microscopic blood cells so large?

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The cells were suspended in a mixture of sucrose and albumin before being dripped into liquid nitrogen." - these are blobs of red blood cells, not individual ones. Also, OP on Reddit said (re: the sieve) "The lab is decades old and if it aint broke they aren't replacing it 🤷‍♀️"

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    Mary Kelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i call BS...red blood cells are microscopic, and they are most certainly not collected in a rusty, unsterile kitchen seive in the open air

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The cells were suspended in a mixture of sucrose and albumin before being dripped into liquid nitrogen." - these are blobs of red blood cells, not individual ones. Also, OP on Reddit said (re: the sieve) "The lab is decades old and if it aint broke they aren't replacing it 🤷‍♀️"

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    #26

    Baby Born With Mother's Iud Device In His Head

    Newborn with unique condition during birth, showcasing an interesting medical case of the human body.

    HealerMD Report

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they usually try to remove these if they fail, for basically this reason

    Debbie
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can imagine that removing them is a risk for the pregnancy though. But this image is also a good warning/evidence that contraception doesn't always work!

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    LittleWombat
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Talk about evidence of an unplanned pregnancy!!

    Kristin
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Side note, that baby has alot of hair lol beautiful 😍

    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would make a fantastic souvenir to give him on a milestone birthday!

    Debbie
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could be partially in as well? Looks mostly on, but still

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    Lisa Tetlow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Correction: Failed IUD Device

    Shanna Blue
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As somebody who has one that’s terrifying to look at ! Poor baby!

    Maartje
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yah I think this kinda proves what I said in the previous IUD post.

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    #27

    Had Vitrectomy Surgery 3 Years Ago, And One Pupil Is Always Bigger Than The Other Now

    Patient in hospital gown and cap, highlighting fascinating medical case and appreciation of the human body.

    sunnysideup2323 Report

    Huddo's sister
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had that surgery and thankfully I never had this consequence. It's a weird feeling after the surgery as the gas they insert where they scrape the vitreous humour back, slowly dissipates in the days afterwards.

    Gwyn
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My uncle has this but he doesn't look nearly as cool as she does with this condition

    Michelle C
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is vitrectomy? I’ve never heard of it before today!

    Zena
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Removal of the vitreous in the eye (the jelly). Typically they fill the eye with an inert gas (I don't remember which one) which slowly shrinks and disappears as the body refills the eye with its natural aqueous humor. Glad I didn't know about this potential side effect when I had mine; I had enough to worry about at the time.

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    Sheena Leversedge Wood
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    refreshing to see that plenty of people here know that he had a blown pupil, not heterochromia

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    Sheena Leversedge Wood
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    like David Bowie. only his was from his friend punching him in the head in a fight over a girl

    Panda Cat
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My partner had both eyes done. He has an autoimmune disease that was causing macular edema at a very young age for that.👁 He uses Humira and various drops although I don't know what his current regimen is. 👀

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    Medicine has always been about saving lives, but today it’s also about enhancing them. These posts highlight just how far medicine has come. From life-saving treatments to mind-boggling innovations, they remind us of the power of science and human ingenuity. Which one of these posts surprised or inspired you the most? Do you have a favorite medical breakthrough or story?

    #28

    Brother Had Surgery On His Eye For Melanoma

    Close-up of a human eye showing a rare medical condition, illustrating the complexity of the human body.

    Breablomberg21 Report

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    😳😖🤢

    Belle
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How on earth do you prevent this?

    Cheery
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🙏hope all goes well.

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    #29

    Shot That Demonstrates How Small A Developing Pair Of Fetal Lungs Can Be!⁠

    Medical case model lungs with penny for scale, showcasing fascinating aspect of human body.

    GiorgioMD Report

    Bridgit Gilmore
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think this is a 'poor wee baby.' I think the photo is just showing how small the fetal lungs are.

    Earonn -
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now try to imagine what happened to the baby that they can show the lungs like this.

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    #30

    Extremely Pruned Fingers After Picking Mangos Without Gloves

    Close-up of a wrinkled finger, showcasing a unique medical case of human body skin texture.

    HealerMD Report

    Cool crow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I'm ever picking mangoes, I'll be sure to wear gloves.

    Mingey
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's the sap, that does this..I thinks..

    Xenia Harley
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mangoes are related to poison ivy, aren't they? My mother was advised not to eat mangoes as she is very allergic to poison ivy. I wonder if this person is.

    Cheery
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ha! that's cool as hail. something that would happen to me. luv this pic.

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    #31

    Heavy Calculus Removal

    Unusual dental case showcasing severe plaque buildup and gingival treatment, highlighting the complexity of the human body.

    GiorgioMD Report

    Lunar Rat
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want unsee juice for most of these! I've definitely had enough.

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unsee juice isn't strong enough. We need the heavy-duty stuff for this post XD IMG_0666-6...5c862f.jpg IMG_0666-648e898b23ee0-jpeg-677a5285c862f.jpg

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    alaina66
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How do you even chew? Or drink? OR..let it get like this????

    Atom Bohr
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For clarification: this is just tartar, the stuff your dentist usually removes traces of once or twice a year (depending on your country's standards). This makes me wonder what our ancient ancestors dealt with, because this can't be conducive to eating easily

    leetokofi
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ancestors had ways to clean their teeth, and they did not live on soda, chips and candy ...

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    Jenni Howard
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you imagine the smell of their breath??

    XenoMurph
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can they also remove algebra?

    Michael Largey
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The before and after photos show a striking differential.

    LittleWombat
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What makes you think this is a child? You can see traces of his mustache in his before picture

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    Nitka Tsar
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How? The upper teeth look pristine! Or do you think they had something done on them first before tackling the lower teeth?

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    #32

    My Nails Are Wrinkly And Quite Brittle

    Close-up of a hand with damaged nails, illustrating an interesting medical case of nail health issues.

    snaggle_panther Report

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looked at the Reddit thread, hope OP eventually gets this diagnosed

    Maartje
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    GO TO THE DOCTOR. Please. Nail health issues can indicate other systemic problems, anything from thyroid disease to auto-immune. (You should see my nails)

    Cookiejar
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have similar problems. In my case it’s psoriasis of the nails. At one point all my nails split. The only thing that helped was a thick layer of vaseline on the nails, held in place by wound plasters.

    Cricketgeeklol
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Psoriasis is horrid on the skin/scalp but I didn't even know it was possible on the nails

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    Steven Meyer
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Normally a sign of cardiac issues

    #33

    Nails Coming Off After HFMD

    Close-up of a hand with damaged fingernails, showcasing an intriguing medical case of nail health.

    Came down with a severe case of hand, foot and mouth disease about a month and a half ago. Now my nails are coming off and yesterday my whole toe nail popped off!

    FrutaPadre Report

    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's because people change diapers or use the bathroom themselves and don't wash their hands. WASH YOUR HANDS PEOPLE and it won't spread.

    Say No to Downvoting
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    While I agree with you, people should wash their hands, HFMD is fluid borne and can be passed numerous ways besides that: coughing, kissing, touching contaminated surfaces. Just pointing this out so no one is unfairly accused of not washing their hands.

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    Susannah Dean
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had to go the the ER on Christmas day about 10 years ago. They finally diagnosed HFMD, and three days later, his hands and feet degloved about 5 layers of skin. Took him about six months to completely recover.

    Amanda Fondaumiere
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had hand foot and mouth during the pandemic and two of my kids lost nails.

    Rob D
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    11 months ago

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    Interestingly share, considering the prior comments point out it's caused by not washing your hands and/or ingesting s**t.

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    Littlemiss
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It stays in fecal matter for weeks afterwards and can be really nasty in adults.

    Upstaged75
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my brother got it (from his kid, who was barely sick at all) all of his fingertips peeled off. It was crazy looking!

    Donna Sempek
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not saying this is caused or spread by not washing your hands. It is a hallmark of infection control.

    Donna Sempek
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wash your hands and get vaccinated if applicable.

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    #34

    Osteosarcoma

    Damaged femur bone next to an X-ray demonstrating unique medical case showcasing the human body's complexity.

    Osteosarcoma is a malignant tumors which begins in the bone forming cells.It typically occurs in young patients with 75% taking place before the age of 20 as the growth centers of the bone are more active during puberty.⁠

    GiorgioMD Report

    #35

    PE Removal With New Procedure. Here’s What They Sucked Out Of My Lungs Via My Groin Last Week

    Medical case image showing detailed anatomical illustration on medical paper.

    Travis9283 Report

    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's some big clots and you're lucky they are out.

    Robert T
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    PE = Pulmonary Embolism

    m6nbtfpx7q
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This person is incredibly lucky to be alive and I hope they’ve hugged everyone they love. Some people are more prone to these due to clotting issues in their blood. At any moment they could suffer difficulty breathing and pass way before medical help can arrive.

    XenoMurph
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wish people would stop using abbreviations for conditions the rest of us are unfamiliar with.

    LittleWombat
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! What is this procedure?!

    Patty Dayton
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can relate, 2X massive PE survivor. Best wishes!!

    🇳🇬 Asi Bassey 🇳🇬
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are one lucky person. Kudos to your medical team.

    #36

    My Dad’s Hand After A Bee Sting

    Close-up of a forearm with several raised blisters, illustrating an interesting medical condition.

    itsnobigthing Report

    Sunshine
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's going to need to carry an epipen at all times with an allergy that severe.

    Kristin
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happens to me and my dad cause we are severely allergic to wasp and bees. My dad got stung in the upper arm and looked like Popeye the sailor man and I got stung by playing in a wood pile on my butt cheek, under eye and finger so yeah I looked ridiculous haha but we gotta carry a epipen at all times as I'm allergic to strawberries as well.

    Cheery
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ohhhh myyyy, that's looks very painful. May need to get an epi pen. Ask your Doctor. So sorry...🥴

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That looks like the side of the hand - I think the upper left part of the photo is leading to his thumb area, if that makes sense. The top of his hand is facing to the right. There's another photo on the actual Reddit thread that shows the whole hand.

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    #37

    My Husbands Blood Pressure. Doctor Was Surprised He Was Alert And Holding Conversation.

    Medical monitor displaying low blood pressure readings, showcasing an interesting medical case.

    el_torko Report

    C.Stith
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My brother in law died from chronic low blood pressure two years ago.

    Dog Mom to Zoe
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have always had borderline low blood pressure. Doctor said she WOULDN'T suggest increasing my salt intake, so I eat a small number of peanuts daily.

    Geoffrey Scott
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was in the hospital for a bleeding ulcer a few years back. Got bored and asked the RN if I could do a lap around the floor I was on. She agreed so I did and came back to an LPN wanting to check my BP. Standing, nada, sitting, nada, found myself in ICU for a few days. Was a bit light headed, but not overly so. Told my Doc "you told me my BP needed to be reduced"..."yes, but, not like THAT".

    Maartje
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL I had that happen when I had an e coli infection. I was on BP meds under normal circumstances and I was hospitalized ; they kept on reminding me NOT to take BP meds .

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    m6nbtfpx7q
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My moms used to get this low. And it would stay this low despite medical interventions. But she would also be awake and talking, albeit usually with quite a slur.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I went to a cardiologist for suspected COPD. I have never had high blood pressure. My BP was elevated, but I told him I had just pounded a Diet Coke and walked up 4 flights of stairs. Nope - high blood pressure. Not to be racist, but this @sshole was middle eastern - where women don't count & don't matter. I argued with him. He insisted I need BP medication. Fine. 2 weeks later, I went to the chiropractor for a pinched nerve in my neck. My BP was 86/38. They wanted to call an ambulance. F*cking sexist pr*ck.

    Roni Stone
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had palpitations and was in ER when a woman was brought in with a pressure of 35/?? She was arguing about the cost for the ambulance ride! Humans are amazing freaky creatures.

    MoMcB
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My blood pressure dropped this low after taking co-codamol (codeine), turned out I was allergic. Was taken to hospital and treated like I was having a heart attack, until they found what had happened.

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    #38

    A Man In His 50’s, While Under The Influence, Fell Onto The Pedal Of His Bicycle

    CT scan showing an unusual medical case with complex facial injury, highlighting the human body's resilience.

    HealerMD Report

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "While under the influence". That's how :( My dad's accident happened because he was slightly drunk/buzzed as well and decided that going up a ladder in his flip-flops to check the Christmas lights was a good idea.

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    Norm Gilmore
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many injuries of my friends and myself in our youth were from "under the influence" :-)

    Susan Raskin
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    difficult way to go. Could they bury him already?

    #39

    Blood From 5 Y/O With Nephrotic Syndrome

    Syringe filled with separated blood plasma and red cells, showcasing an interesting medical case study.

    braced Report

    Atom Bohr
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wikipedia: Nephrotic syndrome is a collection of symptoms due to kidney damage. This includes protein in the urine, low blood albumin levels, high blood lipids, and significant swelling. Other symptoms may include weight gain, feeling tired, and foamy urine. Complications may include blood clots, infections, and high blood pressure.

    Coffee loving panda
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My kid had this at 6 years old. One morning he looked al puffed up. First we tought he had an allergic reaction. He had to where a surgical mask for half a year because of the cortizol he had to take. Kidneys did turn back to normal and is healthy since

    Panda Cat
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. I think everyone who reads this is happy he recovered.

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    Zephyr343
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Kidney disorder that causes the urine to excrete too much protein"

    KamaboCo.
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forbidden strawberry gogurt

    Cheery
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh gosh, poor child. sad.

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    #40

    This Man Named Tim Had A Cancerous Tumor That Had Grown To The Size Of A Melon And Had It Rebuilt By A Pioneering Surgeon

    Close-up images showcasing extraordinary medical cases and human conditions.

    Surgeox Report

    AP
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    couldn't he been helped before it got this huge??

    glowworm2
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    According to what I've read on him, he initially sought out non-surgical treatments after learning how invasive the procedure would be to have it removed. McGrath’s chosen naturopathic treatments included a strict diet, supplement protocol, energy and psychological work, among other things. But the tumor continued to grow over the next 18 months, and in mid-May 2015, McGrath was forced to get a feeding tube and tracheotomy.

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    Sarah Matsoukis
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why wait so long, is it America?

    Midoribird Aoi
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, he tried "natural" treatments that I guarantee never work.

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    Donna Sempek
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In nursing school I had a patient that looked like picture #2. Did not have surgical intervention because of religious beliefs. The cancer just destroyed tissue and bone.

    April Pickett
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe insurance? I worked with a guy that had a large cyst on his ear lobe. Insurance refused to pay for removal, calling it cosmetic. He appealed and by the time of the hearing, the cyst was hanging 2" down from his ear. They approved the surgery.

    Nitka Tsar
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, aparently he did not want surgery and tried diet and…. Stuff

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    Nitka Tsar
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the story about him is true, then he is an idiot.

    Shannon Donnelly
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m just a little confused as to why they let it get to that point in the first place. It must have been growing for years for it to get that big. I can sort of understand wanting to take a natural approach at first, but waiting until it’s consumed half of your entire head?!?! That’s the point when he said, “You know, maybe I should have a real doctor take a look at this…” Just boggles my mind.

    Gaerwing
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People are incredible at pretending something bad isn't happening to them, and adapting to it. Denial and fear can be so, so powerful. You work at a hospital long enough you'll see many things like this, things where if people had dealt with them straight away it wouldn't have been anywhere near as bad. I've seen a woman with an ovarian tumour the size of a child growing out of her side who'd just refused to go to the doctor for 8 years. It's wild. These facial tumours actually grow very fast, it only took 18 months for him to go from "I'll use natural methods" to "cut the bïtch out".

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    Gypsy Lee
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why wasn’t this addressed sooner?-!!!

    Gary
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whats all that sh*t in the first image?

    2bwhctmvgn
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    11 months ago

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    Why would you rebuild a cancerous tumor?

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    #41

    Spontaneous Hyphema

    Close-up of an eye with a unique medical condition, showcasing remarkable aspects of the human body.

    GiorgioMD Report

    Gypsy Lee
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is no scream loud enough after having seen this. 😱

    Steven Meyer
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Extremely small amount of blood in these cases. This can happen with a blow to the head or a blow to the orbit, such as in a fight.

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    #42

    Debridement Collection Of Calcifications Resulting From Synovial Chondromatosis In My Right Shoulder

    Medical case featuring numerous small stones on a blue cloth with a measuring scale, illustrating human body phenomena.

    DetroitWagon Report

    Jan Moore
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband fell in Nov. 1999 and broke the head of his rt. humerus into 4 pieces and had a comminuted fracture (broken in more than 2 places). He had surgery on the right shoulder and had surgery on the left with a bone graft on the left arm a few months later. He finally had the right shoulder replaced 2 years ago. He had an MRI done before the surgery and his arm wasn't connected to the shoulder. Before the surgery, he couldn't raise his rt. arm above his chest level. Now he can lift it above his head without pain.

    Donna Mixon
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had this in my knee. And my wrist.

    #43

    Messed Up My Ankle Real Bad, Was Told To Post Here. Feel Free To Study This Or Whatever

    X-ray image of a human foot showing bone structure and a fracture, highlighting an interesting medical case.

    InquisitorDomina Report

    Edda Kamphues
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had something very similar after slipping on a wet bathroom floor: completely severed food from leg, ligaments and all.

    LukewarmSoymilk
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oof, I'm so sorry this happened. Did doctors manage to re-attach your foot, if I may ask?

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    Kelly Scott
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, mine looked like this. My ankle bone was basically over my foot before they operated. Now I have a plate and 8 screws in my leg and will probably set off the alarms at every airport.

    Boris Ezomo
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trimalleolar fracture dislocated of the ankle, needed urgent surgery

    Gourdeous
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is an x-ray you should never see. If an ankle is clearly dislocated then it should be emergency reduced before x-ray. Often the paramedics will do it

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    🇳🇬 Asi Bassey 🇳🇬
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was a year ago. I hope OP is fully recovered now.

    somed ay
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who exactly told you to post your medical records on BP? Don't mind that you did, but that's an odd story.

    Zena
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is all pulled from reddit, so they were probably told to post whichever medical-related reddit thread this is from.

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    #44

    Best Friend’s Dad’s Arm After Boxing Injury

    Bruised arm showcasing an interesting medical case, highlighting the resilience and complexity of the human body.

    hellgirllll Report

    Ace
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a haematoma, some time, like a week or three, after the injury occurred. Internal bleeding within the muscle can sometime take months to completely disperse. BTDTGTTS.

    Chich the witch
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With leukemia there is a phase where you just have to brush up against something for bruises like this to happen.

    alaina66
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had this happen on my arm after I smashed my arm, full-force, on a heavy, ceramic dog water bowl. Took me MANY months to finally go away.

    Bi.Felicia
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But how? I'm glad you finally made a full recovery but were you trying to catch said heavy dog bowl, from potentially falling on the floor and shattering, on not only itself, but possibly a portion of a stone floor?

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    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Boxing as in the sport, or as in someone dropped a box on him?

    tee-lena
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had that when I fell off my ramp the week I got my chair. It's electric so heavy as f**k. My entire right side was black

    LittleWombat
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can mean some permanently damaged muscles under there too.

    nuberiffic
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should've seen the other guy!

    Laura Ford
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like distal biceps rupture causing hematoma

    Laura Ford
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like his distal biceps ruptured leaving him with the hematoma

    ROSESARERED
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My leg look like that after I ripped my hamstring from the buttock muscle...would not recommend

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    #45

    Bilateral Keratoconus

    Close-up of eyes showcasing an unusual medical condition, highlighting the human body's complexity.

    Keratoconus is a condition in which the cornea of the eye is unable to hold its round shape and it bulges outward, like a cone. It is usually bilateral and present normally at puberty. It is considered rare in children.
    What you see here is an “oil-droplet” reflex (Charleux sign), a dark reflex in the area of the cone on observation of the cornea by distant direct ophthalmoscopy, which is highly evocative of keratoconus.

    Emergentelman Report

    Leigh
    Community Member
    11 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have keratoconus. I'm part of a research study testing a new medication combined with uv light.

    JL
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you still see? And can you see the future?

    Je L
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I developed this in my mid 30s but they didn't catch it until I turned 40 because its incredibly rare for people at my age. I had to have corneal cross linking surgery which was possibly one of the most painful experiences of my life. It worked but my eyesight is awful.

    #46

    A Year Ago I Had…something

    Close-up of skin with raised bumps, highlighting an interesting medical case on the human body.

    It was extremely itchy, was only on my arms and legs. Went to two doctors about it, one said looks fungal, the other said looks bacterial. Neither diagnosed me.

    zotonn Report

    Cool crow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks similar to scabies.

    Aviation Panda
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    May or may not be molluscum, which is viral. (Source: had it, it sucked)

    Boris Ezomo
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a less severe attack of chickenpox

    Donna Mixon
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should have taken samples and tested them.

    Oddly Me
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You speak of this in past tense, so did they treat it as a fungi, or bacteria?

    Bewitched One
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My step daughter and son had this. They look more like pitted warts or calluses than this

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    #47

    An Open Globe Injury Is Characterized By A Complete Penetration Of The Eyeball's Outer Layer, Resulting From Either A Laceration Or A Concealed Rupture

    An Open Globe Injury Is Characterized By A Complete Penetration Of The Eyeball's Outer Layer, Resulting From Either A Laceration Or A Concealed Rupture

    GiorgioMD Report

    Disgruntled Pelican
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Suddenly the fleck of metal they had to scrape off my eyeball as a kid doesn't seem like such a terrible experience. I can't even imagine how terrifying this would be!

    BEDE
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got a piece of metal in my eye the other day from a metalworking project. I was wearing a full face shield but somehow it still got in there. I didn’t have to go to the doctor, just rinse my eyes.

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    Huddo's sister
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most of these pics I can handle fine, but things in eyes are a no-go!

    Bewitched One
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m still not understanding what I’m looking at? Is that eye goop from inside the eye leaking out or something? Or is something stuck in it and sticking straight out

    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lie the patient FLAT asap though.

    #48

    Sunken Nose

    Patient's face with a nasal implant, alongside a medical CT scan, illustrating an interesting medical case.

    mriTecha Report

    Verena
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And some people think that this is beautiful when concerning dogs

    LittleWombat
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, a lot of dog looks don't translate well to humans.

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    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can be seen with congenital syphylis or if developed in adulthood, substance abuse disorders.

    Lisa Tetlow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was expecting an "after" picture.

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    #49

    Toxoplasma Gondii Abscess In The Brain

    Cross-section of a human brain showcasing an interesting medical case, highlighting complexity and resilience.

    HealerMD Report

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If anyone is concerned about this, wear a mask and gloves while cleaning your cat's litterbox, and wash your hands and forearms afterwards. If you are pregnant or immunocompromised, see if you can have someone else scoop for you.

    Bewitched One
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I enjoyed getting to use the “I can’t I’m pregnant. You have to” excuse for 9 months 🤷🏼‍♀️

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    tori Ohno
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't let your cats outside and they won't catch it. They get it from eating critters and digging in the ground where other cats dig.

    Jnausicaa
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup. Our clowder are all indoor kitties and we bought Litter-bots when they first came out.

    TheGirlWhoWoreGlasses
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the many reasons I will never have a cat

    tee-lena
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cats are worth the risk. 😸

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    #50

    An MRI View You Won’t See Everyday

    MRI scan showing a detailed view of a fetus, highlighting a fascinating aspect of the human body.

    atgctgttt Report

    S Bow
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Details of what these pics are would be helpful.

    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a pregnant lady and her baby.

    #51

    Vomited Too Violently And Ended Up With Petechiae On My Eyelids And Neck

    Closed eyelids with a slight rash, showcasing an interesting medical case related to the human body's skin condition.

    FrogsEatingSoup Report

    Lene
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have had this a few times. It started after I was pregnant the 2nd time.

    Svenne O'Lotta
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get that every time I throw up

    JLN
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same! Hyperemisis gravidarium while pregnant meant I spent 40 weeks with varying shades of black eyes and every medical staff I encountered to question my safety from my spouse (no worries on that end, just glad they did though as it could help someone else!)

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    Midoribird Aoi
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had this happen with food poisoning once.

    Tiger
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happens to me almost every time I throw up

    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Happens with severe asthma attacks too.

    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mm. Had this from spewing my guts up with food poisoning once, as well as burst blood vessels in the whites of my eyes :/

    quentariel
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've got this few times too, especially with a Norovirus few years ago.

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    #52

    Hydrocephalus Ex Vacuo With Some Extensive White Matter Atrophy

    Hydrocephalus Ex Vacuo With Some Extensive White Matter Atrophy

    Seraphim9120:
    Hydrocephalus ex vacuo. Hydrocephalus by definition means that the amount of liquor (brain fluid) is higher than normal. Ex vavuo means that this increased amount is there because there is more space available for it. For example because the white matter has atrophied (disappeares) for some reason. That might be because of a degenerative pathophysiological reason or due to atrophy caused by age.

    The causality of "higher pressure by fluid" the other commenter lays out may exist, but is not the primary reason for hydrocephalus ex vacuo.

    Surgeox Report

    JessieJ&LilyLovebug
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now you understand why people with varying forms of Dementia act differently, and lose the memory. What makes you you literally dissolves.

    Tiger
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    TIL brain fluid is called “liquor.” “The fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or liquor cotunnii.”

    #53

    I (35f) Had Semi-Permanent Tubes Put In My Ears Last Summer. This Is My 4th Time Having Tubes, But My Third Set Was At 13. I Could Tell My Right Ear Was Getting Clogged, So I've Been Using Medicated Drops For A Few Days. Today, This Fell Out Of My Ear. It's In The Perfect Shape Of My Tube

    I (35f) Had Semi-Permanent Tubes Put In My Ears Last Summer. This Is My 4th Time Having Tubes, But My Third Set Was At 13. I Could Tell My Right Ear Was Getting Clogged, So I've Been Using Medicated Drops For A Few Days. Today, This Fell Out Of My Ear. It's In The Perfect Shape Of My Tube

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    #54

    Came Down With A Dry Cough And Night Sweats About A Week Ago And Coughed This Up Rather Worrying Hopefully Doctors Can Help Tomorrow

    Came Down With A Dry Cough And Night Sweats About A Week Ago And Coughed This Up Rather Worrying Hopefully Doctors Can Help Tomorrow

    TheAgentPixel Report

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not an expert, but I think it's just a mucus cast of the inside of their lung

    #55

    Docs Couldn’t Find A Single Vein In My Arms For IvV So They Struck My Jugular

    Docs Couldn’t Find A Single Vein In My Arms For IvV So They Struck My Jugular

    Deepikapaul67 Report

    alaina66
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One time I needed a line in, and they actually had to use an ultrasound machine and screen, just to find one viable.

    2bwhctmvgn
    Community Member
    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had that, too. It was fascinating. (I have difficult veins to begin with and was also quite dehydrated.)

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    Warren Peece
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Interesting, but not rare. I worked in a hospital and saw this at least a hundred times.

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eugh, no thanks

    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    at worst, it can be drilled into bone.

    LittleWombat
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They just did this to my cat yesterday for a blood draw.

    JessieJ&LilyLovebug
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happened to a cousin...because he didn't have any good veins, because of d**g use over the years.

    #56

    A Weird Vein Posted In Another Sub

    A Weird Vein Posted In Another Sub

    msoulforged Report

    Shanna Blue
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s def a burst vein I did this in HS playing volleyball and everybody thought my parents were abusing me and called CPS took months to heal fyi

    Belle
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this could be a burst vein, internal bleeding?

    #57

    Part Of My Boy’s Soles Turned A Deep Purple

    Part Of My Boy’s Soles Turned A Deep Purple

    Looks like he stepped on an ink pad, but the color doesn’t come off even a little, with soap or alcohol. Pressing the purple skin turns it pale a little, and releasing pressure turns it purple again. Boy (13) claims it wasn’t purple this morning, and there was no high impact activity on his feet today. Area doesn’t feel numb, cold, itchy or painful. It’s 10pm over here so we’ll have it looked at tomorrow.

    Momochichi Report

    Bookworm
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To paraphrase long Reddit update: Onions. Apparently someone was chopping red onions and dropped some on the kitchen mat, where a cat peed on it and caused the pigment to transfer to the mat. Then the kid, who, unbeknownst to the mom, only walks on the balls of his feet, stepped on the cat-pee purple dye and got purple feet.

    #58

    Large Build Up Under The Gums, Tooth Looked Like It Had Barnacles

    Large Build Up Under The Gums, Tooth Looked Like It Had Barnacles

    ohnokockzilla Report

    #59

    Can Anyone Tell Me What Kind Of Affliction This Man Is Suffering From?

    Can Anyone Tell Me What Kind Of Affliction This Man Is Suffering From?

    Habarer Report

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That or some kind of REALLY bad venous malformation (a condition where veins are abnormally formed, stretched, or misshapen.) He has a TikTok and an IG, but I can't find where he states what his condition is. https://www.tiktok.com/@husey633 and https://www.instagram.com/huseyinkilin3200/ - he has been posting on his IG since 2018, so maybe it isn't malignant cancer...?

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    Beth Wheeler
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's either cancer or a vascular disease, most likely cancer though.

    Debby Keir
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    11 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Angioma - congenital venous malformation.