Merchant and doctor

Chapter 1921 Frost Condensation and Ice Seal
Bian Mu called Professor Mi to ask how Professor Gu's dental problem was progressing and he needed to give a truthful report.

Professor Mi seemed to be having lunch with his colleagues somewhere. There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone before the surroundings quieted down.

"He studied under the same professor for his master's and doctoral degrees. That professor is quite close to us. Xiao Gu contacted me through his professor, saying he wanted to take this opportunity to get to know you. Is your dental problem alright?" Professor Mi asked casually over the phone.

"It's alright! He has high expectations and doesn't want to pay a high price, so things are a bit difficult. My initial plan is to extend the treatment period, using time to resolve the issue gradually. Professor Gu's age is a bit awkward, as he's at an age where his yang energy is declining and his yin energy is increasing. He... seems like the kind of person who still has aspirations in his profession, so... let me put it this way, he might not completely follow my medical advice, which could lead to some awkward situations in the future. I'm calling to inform you to avoid any misunderstandings later." Bian Mu explained tactfully.

"Oh! I see... Then... where does the root of the problem lie?" On the other end of the phone, Professor Mi went straight to the source.

"There's a problem with the meridians near the pancreas! In Traditional Chinese Medicine, we call it 'spleen deficiency and qi stagnation,' which, in layman's terms, means... Professor Gu was born with a somewhat weak spleen. To make an approximation, based on the pulse, we can trace it back to the pancreas area. According to our 'numerical medicine' theory... Professor Gu's mother was malnourished during her pregnancy with him; in folk terms, she 'didn't eat well during her postpartum period,' so... Furthermore, there's evidence that Professor Gu's mother was the type to have a heavy heart, which caused the fetal qi to be heavy and descend, and... "The hard work damaged my kidney qi, which eventually led to the formation of a low-pressure system of qi around the pancreas. This qi couldn't dissipate over the years and accumulated until now. On the surface, it looks like I accidentally 'bricked' two bad teeth while eating, causing them to become loose. But that's not the case. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, it's because the cold and stagnant qi around the pancreas needed an outlet. It wandered around and ended up in the qi pathway below those two teeth. Even if he doesn't flip through books while eating, they would have loosened naturally sooner or later, and he would have to go to the dentist." On the other end of the phone, Bian Mu explained in as much detail as possible for a long time.

"I see...no wonder...is it easy to cure?"

“As long as he strictly follows the doctor’s orders, there shouldn’t be a big problem. At least those two diseased teeth might still be saved. Also, he can’t be too stingy; he has to spend the money he needs to spend. By the way, looking at his pulse, there’s almost no ‘Shan Yang Zhen Qi’ in his body. Shan here refers to the father, which we in Traditional Chinese Medicine call innate Qi, generally derived from the father. Zhen is a term borrowed from the I Ching. Yang refers to the innate Yang Qi inherited from the father. In other words, Professor Gu has lacked paternal love for many years, which is very evident in his pulse. So, if he still refuses to spend money on subsequent treatments, the Shan Yang Qi will naturally be unable to be replenished, and the root of the disease will be almost impossible to eradicate. Even if the treatment period is prolonged, at most, the two diseased teeth can be saved.” Bian Mu continued to explain a few more sentences on the other end of the phone.

"Oh... It's said he lost his father at a young age, and later people learned that his father was a gambler who abandoned them and their mother at a young age and went far away, or at least his whereabouts are unknown. Xiao Gu has always claimed that his father died of illness a long time ago. I really didn't expect that you could find out this information so quickly... His mother has worked as a nanny for many years, and Xiao Gu is somewhat disgusted by it. He is very taboo about this kind of thing in front of others, and his personality has become a bit sensitive. Now that you mention it, I've connected many things together. No wonder people say that he... Well, let's not talk about others behind their backs. Actually, he has had a hard time. Let's help him get treatment if we can!"

“It’s still a bit difficult. If it’s convenient for you, I need to talk to him about the more crucial points. At the very least, he shouldn’t be so stubborn. First, he needs to cure the serious problem of spleen yang deficiency. Also, there’s something else I need to report to you. The cold stagnation around the pancreas has formed a small ice zone. If it’s not handled properly in the future, there’s at least a 60% chance… a high probability that it will develop into a tumor.” Bian Mu solemnly reminded him over the phone.

Upon hearing this, Professor Mi fell silent for a moment.

"affim?!"

"I can only say that it's highly probable. As you know, I generally don't dare to speak rashly about tumors. This time, the pulse signal is particularly strong, so... Of course, it's even more inconvenient for you to reveal such a probabilistic conclusion to him."

"I understand! In the end, it's just an indirect connection... As long as we understand what's going on, let's just treat it as a dental problem! How far it goes depends entirely on his fate. Don't say a word more, and let's leave it at that. Sometimes, some people's fate is indeed predetermined, and we can't change anything, especially with his family background..."

“I understand! I also want to report something else to you. Professor Gu wanted me to give a few lectures on the mental health of college students to the school doctors of various universities, but I declined at the time.”

"Hehe... He also holds an administrative position, so that matter is indeed within his duties. If you're not willing to take it on, that's fine! However... you've been performing exceptionally well in all aspects recently, so it's definitely worth considering giving a few special lectures at the medical university. Note! Lectures, not special reports or research seminars. You're capable enough! This is also the proper way to be pragmatic." Professor Mi praised Bian Mu a few times over the phone.

"You're joking, sir. I'm not qualified yet, so I'll pass on the lecture!" "Hey! I'm talking about serious matters! After a while, once you've met the requirements in all aspects, it'll be time to consider the associate professor title. Special lectures are a major plus, so you should take them seriously!"

"Understood, then I'll have to prepare properly."

"We need to narrow our approach, but go to unprecedented depths. At the same time, we need sufficient clinical cases to support our arguments. If we're going to talk about it, it has to be a classic! No rush, let's prepare slowly! But we have to take this seriously!"

"I will keep that in mind! I won't bother you any further unless it's something else."

"Say something! How's your talk with that girl from the Qi family going? Are you engaged yet?"

"No! President Qi has always looked down on me, and I've never actually gotten past his parents!" Bian Mu told the truth over the phone.

"It was just a casual question, nothing more. You go about your business, bye!" With that, Professor Mi hung up the phone.

There was an old noodle shop near the dental clinic, and their sesame flatbread was quite authentic. Bian Mu bought two or three stir-fries along the street and carried them into the noodle shop, where they made do with a simple meal.

Just as I was finishing my meal, my phone rang.

I received a phone call from my former colleague, Xiao Liu, who works at the pharmacy.

"Director Wu is a real scoundrel behind your back. Next time you come back, try to avoid him, so that his family won't embarrass you in front of you!" On the other end of the phone, Xiao Liu kindly reminded him.

Well! In the end, I still offended Wu Jinshuo.

"Who told me I'm not good enough! I'll listen to you, if I run into Old Wu's family on my way back home, I'll definitely stay far away." On the phone, Bian Mu didn't take it seriously at all.

After a few words of casual conversation, Xiao Liu hung up the phone.