Chapter 4, Can't wait any longer, I will take care of it!

Lu Feng coldly mocked

Lu Feng's continuous questioning left Dr. Xu completely bewildered; he truly did not know the answers to what Lu Feng was asking

Saying this, he shook his head, sighed, and his eyes were filled with envy and jealousy

Just yesterday, I told myself that I could no longer take risks, yet unexpectedly, he decided to take another risk today. Indeed, matters of the world are not something he can predict with certainty.

How is it possible for someone to fully master the use of silver needles with just three injections, even reaching the level he is at now

Could it be acute appendicitis

Upon this thought, the curator's lips curled into a faint, sinister smile

Lu Feng said solemnly to the middle-aged man, then unfastened the old man's clothing and focused his gaze on the midpoint of the line connecting the lower end of the sternum and the navel, known as the Zhongwan acupoint.

Third needle, right Zusanli point

Lu Feng, with a complex expression, once again touched the old man's forehead. The temperature was even higher than before, which immediately led him to a decision in his heart

What?

Lu Feng had been working at the medical clinic for three months, so he was naturally familiar with every corner of the clinic. He directly went to the medicine cabinet, took out a row of disposable silver needles along with ginger slices and moxa sticks, and then tossed fifty yuan to Physician Xu, treating it as his purchase

The body temperature indicates that the elderly man's appendicitis is gradually becoming purulent. If the purulence progresses completely, the only option will be to remove the appendix. An elderly person who has had their appendix removed may not be aware of the potential aftereffects, and at this moment, he cannot afford to consider so many factors.

Upon hearing this, Dr. Xu, who had already opened the first medicine cabinet, immediately turned around and angrily asked, "What do you mean?"

medical genius

As an amateur practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine, he would not have encountered so many things. He only possesses some knowledge in health preservation and a bit of acupuncture. His understanding of acute enteritis comes from occasionally reading medical texts; otherwise, he would not be able to make such judgments

At this moment, Dr. Xu came out holding the prescription and instructed Lu Feng, saying: "Xiao Feng, go and get this medicine."

Thinking that the elderly person might have acute appendicitis, Lu Feng became even more anxious. If that were the case, there could be no delay; immediate action was necessary to save the person. Any delay could lead to perforation, putting the elderly person's life in danger.

The elderly man opened his eyes, revealing a weak smile as he spoke to Lu Feng and the middle-aged man

You control the elderly person, and I will begin the treatment now

"You two stop arguing, can this illness be treated? The elderly person is still lying here!"

Upon hearing this, Dr. Xu revealed a faint, sinister smile and said: "Master of the establishment, this is no ordinary illness; it is acute appendicitis! If not handled properly, it could lead to a fatal outcome. I certainly do not dare to treat it, nor am I capable of doing so. Fortunately, we have this foolish lad, Lu Feng, who can conveniently take on the responsibility. If he manages to cure you, he can claim all the credit for himself. However, if he fails to treat you properly and any mishap occurs, it will not concern us at all. This is a surefire profit without any risk."

Fortunately, it is not gangrene, perforated appendicitis, or an appendiceal abscess. At most, it is an incomplete suppuration, and there is no need to remove the appendix yet

Almost let that quack take a life

Fortunately, there is this fool, Lu Feng, who not only worked for me for three months without pay but also took the blame for me. He truly is my lucky star

I treat

To save or not to save

What qualifications does a person have to be a doctor if they cannot distinguish between acute appendicitis and acute enteritis? Do you know that the pain from acute appendicitis initially occurs in the upper abdomen or around the navel, and only a few hours later does it shift to the lower right abdomen? Do you know that in acute enteritis, the abdominal muscles are not tense, while in acute appendicitis, the abdominal muscles are tense, and the abdomen is uncomfortable rather than painful?

If it were not for the unfamiliarity he observed in Lu Feng during the first needle, he truly would not have believed his own eyes; he even felt that Lu Feng must have started learning acupuncture from a young age

When did this fellow learn this skill?

Dr. Xu, who was watching the performance from the sidelines, saw the scene of Lu Feng administering the injection. The playful expression on his face turned into one of surprise and seriousness. He had previously thought that Lu Feng was merely boasting, but it now appeared that the situation was not as he had assumed. Although Lu Feng's technique was somewhat unrefined, his accuracy in locating the acupoints was exceptionally precise

Moreover, acute appendicitis can lead to abdominal muscle tension. Initially, the pain is felt in the upper abdomen, and it only shifts to the lower right abdomen after a few hours

Lu Feng hurriedly spoke up to stop Doctor Xu

Are you giving me orders? You truly are someone who forgets easily, aren't you? I am no longer a part of your medical establishment, and this is all thanks to you!

Thank you, young man, and thank you to this brother as well

You are quite capable; I wonder how you will treat this illness

Upon hearing Dr. Xu's words, the owner of the establishment was instantly enlightened and gave Dr. Xu a thumbs up.

Do not administer the medication just yet; this elderly gentleman is not suffering from acute gastroenteritis, but rather from acute appendicitis

The curator beside them noticed Dr. Xu's expression and furrowed his brows, asking, "What’s wrong? Is something the matter?"

Upon hearing this, Dr. Xu finally remembered, avoiding Lu Feng's gaze and clearing his throat as he walked towards the medicine cabinet

I truly do not understand how you managed to pass the medical teacher qualification exam back then

I can't wait any longer, I will take care of it

In this instance, Lu Feng's technique was clearly more skilled and decisive than during the first injection, as the sense of awkwardness from using the needle for the first time had diminished

Lu Feng spoke with a sharp tone, coldly looking at Dr. Xu and said

Is this kid a monster

Dr. Xu hurriedly shirked his responsibilities. Although he was unskilled, he was well aware that acute appendicitis could lead to fatal consequences if not treated promptly. He certainly did not want to bear the weight of a life on his conscience

The curator's eyes were filled with confusion and shock

Lu Feng gritted his teeth in resentment, then placed his hand on the old man's forehead to feel the temperature

He was astonished to discover that Lu Feng's demeanor while administering the injection at that moment was completely different from his usual demeanor. It was a quality of profound compassion, imbued with an unparalleled solemnity and seriousness, which compelled those around him to fall silent and refrain from speaking

He hasn't noticed that Lu Feng can perform acupuncture in these three months

After inserting the needle into the Zhongwan point, Lu Feng took another needle and inserted it into the Right Tianshu point, located two inches to the right of the old man's navel.

He is still only thinking about money and has not considered the deeper implications. If Lu Feng's negligence delays the treatment of this person, who will be held accountable

Dr. Xu was taken aback for a moment, then laughed mockingly: "You ignorant fool, how dare you speak so boldly here? Do you even know where the appendix is located? The appendix is situated in the lower right part of the abdomen; if it were appendicitis, the pain would be in that area. If you don't understand, just keep quiet!"

He is now beginning to feel a sense of fear in his heart. He is well aware of Dr. Xu's level of expertise. If they truly delay the patient's treatment, their medical clinic will have no hope of continuing operations. When he initially welcomed the patient, he did not consider these factors, but now that he is reflecting on it, he truly feels apprehensive.

Shall we take the old man to the hospital? It seems he is in unbearable pain.

Temperament

In the field of acupuncture, once the acupoints are correctly identified, one can be considered to have mastered more than half of the knowledge.

Upon hearing this, Dr. Xu turned his head and said to the curator with a wry smile: "That kid Lu Feng might be a medical genius. I have never seen anyone who could achieve such proficiency with silver needles using only three acupuncture points. Moreover, his ability to identify acupoints is remarkably accurate. It would take at least a decade of practice to reach his level. I truly do not know how he learned it."

How could there be such a demeanor? Could it truly be that they are a medical genius

Dr. Xu was completely stunned by this scene; how could this be possible

This is acute appendicitis

The middle-aged man, seeing Lu Feng's expression of great difficulty, then said

Lu Feng's eyes were filled with skepticism

Lu Feng knew that there could be no hesitation at this moment; delaying further could truly put the elderly person in danger. Therefore, he immediately took out the silver needle and, while rotating it clockwise, inserted it into the Zhongwan acupoint.

The middle-aged man looked anxiously at Lu Feng and Dr. Xu and asked

How is this possible

Upon hearing this, Lu Feng looked at the old man's face and indeed found the expression of pain more pronounced.

To save or not to save

By the time he reached this injection, Lu Feng's sense of unfamiliarity had completely vanished, and he became adept at the procedure

acute appendicitis

If he remembers correctly, the first acupoint for treating acute appendicitis should be here, the Zhongwan acupoint, which primarily addresses diseases of the digestive system

Not correct

At that moment, the owner of the establishment walked out from the inner hall and was taken aback to see Lu Feng administering acupuncture. He quickly pulled over Physician Xu and sternly asked, "How could you allow him to use needles? Does he know how? And who is responsible for saving Qian's life?"

Extending his left index finger, he pressed it against the painful area of the old man, while his right hand struck the index finger. Lu Feng noticed that the old man's expression of pain intensified, and he immediately reached a diagnosis in his mind

Upon seeing this, Lu Feng let out a slight sigh of relief, and a wave of excitement surged within him. It seemed that he had not remembered incorrectly, and he was actually able to heal!

The curator looked at Lu Feng in disbelief; no matter how he looked at it, he could not see any talent in Lu Feng.

If it is not acute gastroenteritis, what could it be?

Fever, low-grade fever, this temperature should be below thirty-eight degrees.

Recalling the medical knowledge in his mind for comparison, Lu Feng let out a slight sigh of relief; it was not yet a life-threatening situation. Moreover, he remembered that the acupuncture book mentioned that such ailments do not require medication, as acupuncture would suffice.

Lu Feng looked at the old man's pained expression and felt a pang of compassion. He knew that Doctor Xu could not cure this illness, and he also understood how acupuncture could be used for treatment. However, he had never treated anyone before; at most, he had only simulated it in his mind.

After these three injections, the expression of pain on the old man's face noticeably diminished, and he no longer moved restlessly, lying flat on the ground and allowing Lu Feng to administer the injections

A swindler and a quack, truly a perfect match

For traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is not considered anything special; anyone can insert needles. The key to acupuncture lies in accurately identifying the acupoints. If the identification is incorrect, it may lead to serious consequences.

He still believes that Lu Feng is working here, unaware of how many people have been sent away after working for three months without compensation. He has long forgotten how long each of them worked and has even forgotten that just a few days ago, he had framed Lu Feng.

The symptoms of acute appendicitis are somewhat similar to those of acute enteritis, but the pain experienced is far greater than that of acute enteritis

Lu Feng had not noticed the expressions of the curator and Dr. Xu; his attention was entirely focused on the elderly man.