Dr. Cranquis' Mumbled Gripes

I'm an American physician who works in an Urgent Care clinic. I see lots of stupid or funny things that people do with-and-to their health. I cope by mumbling under my breath (and then posting about it on this pseudonymous blog). Thought you might be interested.

(Disclaimer: Questions related to medical topics will be answered to the best of Dr. Cranquis' (and Google's) knowledge, but the internet-delivered wisdom on this blog CAN NOT AND SHOULD NOT SUBSTITUTE for your Real-Life Doctor's personal attention + examination, and your own common sense too! If you think you're having a medical emergency, hang up and go email 911. The author of this blog takes no responsibility for any medical, relationship, scholastic, financial, or other decisions you may make based on information found in this blog.)

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TSK: "Sugar and Spice, and also some Ramen Noodles"

Cranquis: Ok, mom, any questions about little Carmen's strep throat?
Mom: No, doctor.
5-year-old Carmen *raising hand politely*: Yes, I have a question. Can I have ramen noodles when I get home? Because my mommy says that they're nice and soft and it won't hurt so much.
Cranquis: Absolutely, Carmen! Ramen noodles are great when you have a sore throat. In fact, I think they're great ~any~ time!
Carmen: Me too. *pause, as if thinking, and then* You're nice, doctor.
Cranquis *caught off guard in a pleasant way*: Oh, uh, so are you, Carmen! Enjoy your noodles!