The host reacts to humorous and unusual patient encounters from the TV show "House M.D." The first scenario involves a patient who doesn't know she's pregnant, and Dr. House deduces it based on her symptoms and appearance. Another scenario features a patient who has athlete's foot in his nose, which Dr. House discovers by observing the patient's toenail fungus. The host also discusses a patient who tried to circumcise himself with box cutters and a patient who has an object lodged in his rectum.
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The host returns to reacting to "House M.D." scenarios, including a patient with a sinus infection, a patient who claims to have an MP3 player stuck in his rectum, and a child with asthma who is taking strong medication. The host provides medical explanations and insights into the scenarios, praising Dr. House's diagnostic skills and criticizing some of the medical practices depicted in the show.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Dr. House has clinic hours where he sees patients.
2. A patient's shirt hadn't been pressed, and they hadn't shaved in a while, indicating a lack of attention to detail.
3. Using toenail clippers in the nose is not recommended.
4. Athlete's foot can cause a fungal infection in the nose.
5. Fungal spores can cause a rash in an enclosed environment.
6. Most sinus infections are caused by a viral cause, not bacterial.
7. Sinus infections can cause congestion in the nasal passageways and Eustachian tube inflammation.
8. Allergic reactions to cats can cause congestion and Eustachian tube inflammation.
9. The Eustachian tube is a pressure-relieving tube inside the sinuses and ear canal.
10. Small bowel obstructions can occur due to post-surgical adhesions.
11. Asthma treatment involves a step-up plan, starting with the lowest amount of intervention.
12. Preventive inhalers can decrease the frequency of emergency inhaler use and hospitalizations.
13. Acute asthma attacks in hospitals require careful monitoring, and fatigue can be a sign of worsening condition.
14. Beta agonists can buy time for asthma attacks to pass.
15. House MD is a medical drama TV show.
16. ShipStation is a web-based order management and shipping software designed to make retailers' lives easier.
17. ShipStation offers a 60-day free trial and discounted USPS and UPS rates for its users.