They went to great lengths to ensure the two seedlings didn't grow crooked.
If those two brats still don't learn their lesson, then don't blame her...
The two were inwardly distressed, but dared not say anything, and obediently went to the school.
It was on this day that they learned what it meant to be in dire straits.
After settling her son's affairs, Jiang Nuan finally had some free time and the inclination to write down what she knew about tetanus and rabies. To do this, she made a special trip to the town's pharmacy.
“Doctor,” Jiang Nuan said, taking out a piece of paper covered with writing, “I have something to show you, and I would appreciate your guidance.”
"Oh?" The doctor's movements remained slow and leisurely, as if he was always a step behind everyone else. "Let me take a look."
Taking the paper, what came into view was: A Discussion of the Dangers of Tetanus and Rabies.
The doctor was puzzled by the strange name for a moment, then continued reading.
Upon seeing the causes, symptoms, and dangers of the disease, the patient's condition became increasingly serious. By the time the entire page was read, the seriousness on his face almost solidified into a tangible expression.
He explained the cause and symptoms in a clear, logical, and well-organized manner, with a clear distinction between primary and secondary points. Combined with his many years of medical experience, the old doctor knew it was true the moment he finished reading it.
“Madam,” the old doctor said very politely, “may I ask your name?”
"Doctor, you can just call me Madam Jiang."
"Madam Jiang," the doctor's voice held a rare hint of urgency, "where did you learn this from the written record?"
"A...ancient book."
"May I have a look?"
"It's been too long, it can no longer be found."
Jiang Nuan's tone was distant yet tinged with a touch of melancholy, like the misty rain of Jiangnan.
She still felt an inexplicable longing for everything that came after her.
"That's such a pity," the old doctor said with regret, then continued, "I have indeed encountered tetanus and rabies, as mentioned above. At the time, I thought it was caused by evil spirits entering the body. Only today did I learn the specific cause. It's just a pity that there are no prescriptions."
It turns out it was a bacterial infection. It's hard to imagine that such an invisible and intangible yet powerful thing exists.
These words left Jiang Nuan at a loss for words.
Even if she were a medical student, let alone someone who isn't a medical student, she probably wouldn't be able to solve this problem.
The doctor didn't expect Jiang Nuan to speak, and sighed to himself, "Rabies is relatively easy to deal with. Although there is no cure, as long as you are careful not to be bitten by dogs or wolves, the impact is not significant. But tetanus is different; it can ruin a person's life."
He once encountered a baby boy who was abandoned because of his unusual appearance, mistaken for a monster.
Looking back now, there were no monsters. It was just that people got sick and no one understood, which is why they were demonized.
It was such a pity for such an innocent child. Even though he had long been accustomed to life and death, the old doctor still felt a faint sense of regret.
And, a profound sense of powerlessness.
Doctors are human, not gods, and cannot save everyone.
"Tetanus," Jiang Nuan said softly after a moment's thought, "can be mitigated to some extent as long as disinfection is timely."
As she spoke, she tentatively asked, "How do doctors disinfect when treating the wounded?"
Upon hearing another unfamiliar term, the doctor asked curiously:
"May I ask, Madam Jiang, what is disinfection?"
"It's about eliminating all kinds of bacteria and toxins that invade the wound."
Jiang Nuan tried to explain using words that did not exceed the doctor's understanding.
Not only because the more involved, the more explanations are needed, but also because of her limited abilities; she simply couldn't explain anything deeper.
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