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Buzz Feed
3 days ago
- Health
- Buzz Feed
Medical Professionals Share Horrifying Body Facts
I recently scoured a medical subreddit and asked medical professionals in the BuzzFeed Community to share a horrifying body fact they know that would make the average person wish they'd stayed completely oblivious. The responses I received did NOT disappoint. Without further ado, here are their 15 most creepy and horrifying body facts: "You can cough, sneeze, or vomit so hard you can collapse your lung." "Some people have what are called blebs on their lungs. I think of it like a blister on the lung. Blisters, well, they pop. If you do any of the above so, so, so hard or prolonged, that blister can rupture and cause an opening where air rushes into the pleural space (area between your lung and rib cage) and your lung will collapse. It's normally men. I've had patients that this has happened to from mundane things such as vomiting or from food poisoning."—ICU Nurse "You can contract chlamydia in your eyes. Usually, through the method you would think. I've seen two cases in 10 years, always because someone was cheating." "You really do see the light leave someone's eyes when they die. Almost like dead fish eyeballs. I've seen so many dead bodies, especially since I worked both rounds of COVID in the ICU." "Your belly button is a tiny jungle of bacteria — and it can host species not found anywhere else on Earth." "In a study by the Belly Button Biodiversity Project, scientists swabbed hundreds of navels and discovered thousands of bacterial species — many unique to individuals, and some previously unknown to science. It's basically a personalized petri dish in the middle of your torso."—Naturopathic Doctor "Cancer stinks. Like literally, it smells putrid, especially breast and skin cancer (in my experience). I've had so many cancer patients where you can just smell the tumors. It's like rotten, putrid, sour meat that's been rotting in the sun for weeks. Like a deer carcass that's been left on the side of the road in the summer heat for a month." "You can slow somebody's heart rate by pressing on their eyeballs. The individual response is fairly variable, but in some people it's pronounced enough that pressing on their eyeballs will actually stop their heart entirely!" "The elderly experiencing memory loss has been linked to having constipation." —ApatheticMoose "Lymph nodes are super tiny! I was in the OR watching my brain-dead patient getting her organs removed for transplant. They showed me the lymph nodes. I had no idea they were so tiny because they can cause such huge and painful problems. It was about the size of a single Nerds candy. All scattered throughout our body are Nerd candies." "I attended a bedridden, 86-year-old man who was cared for by his wife at home, who was also in her 80s. He developed a huge bedsore on his lower back, the size of a dinner plate, that exposed his spine and surrounding muscles. The wound was full of pus, and some maggots crawled out. One thing to learn about the skin: A sore will start to develop on healthy, intact skin if pressure is applied to it, even for less than a week. It's good practice to turn a bedridden patient to one side a few times to avoid the complication of bed sores." —Retired Family Doctor "Fat can be yellow like chicken fat. I was in the OR watching my brain-dead patient's organs get harvested for transplant. When they took out the heart, the surgeon pointed out things on the heart before it was bagged and put on ice in a cooler. The heart was somewhat fatty, and the fat looked like yellow chicken fat. I mean, we are still all meat in the end." "Bartholin gland. It produces the vagina's lubricant and can get clogged or develop cysts. As a nurse, I have had patients with this, and it seems very, very painful!" "You can get lidocaine poisoning with everyday over-the-counter products. Lidocaine creams, patches, ointments, whatever." "Your blood can become so fatty that you can see the fat separate, like meat tallow." "I had a patient whose lipase was greater than 50,000. It was during COVID. He was so lonely that he nearly ate himself to death. He had a central line. I drew up my blood waste and set it on the sink. I forgot it was there until a little while later. When I went to throw it away, the blood and fat had separated. Half of the syringe was dark red blood, and the other half was milky and fatty."—ICU Nurse "Humans have anal glands! Owners of dogs and cats may know that there are two fluid-holding glands on the anus. This incredibly stinky fluid is squeezed out as a firm stool passes through the anus. Sometimes the glands become impacted and need to be expressed (squeezed) and/or treated for infection. Luckily, ours are microscopic, but every pet owner I have told about this is horrified." And finally... "You have more bacteria cells in your body than you have human cells in your body. We are basically walking bacteria factories." Did any of these body facts surprise you? Medical professionals, what are some things you know about the human body that most people don't? Tell us in the comments below or use this Google form to remain anonymous.
Mid East Info
17-03-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Energize Your Office: Five Playful Finds to Transform Your Workplace
Who says the contract space can't be fun? At MillerKnoll, we believe that the possibilities for facilitating connections and experiences into the workspace are limitless. Not only do playful designs energize employees, but they also promote overall wellbeing and enhance workplace culture. By incorporating vibrant and fun aesthetics, you can create an environment that not only sets a positive tone, but also boosts productivity. Join us as we explore our top picks for transforming your office into an inspiring and dynamic environment that incorporates both work and play. 1. Truffle Pouf by NaughtOne – A Playful Pouf with a Charming Form The Truffle pouf brings a playful energy wherever it pops up. Intentionally organic in form, its curvaceous profile charms from all sides, while the seamless top offers a smooth, durable sit. Truffle's clever one-piece upholstery creates a seamless waterfall edge that accentuates the pouf's organic form, revealing curves on curves with the play of light, and creates surprising contrasts along the seams. Facet Cabinet by HAY – Combining visual appeal with distinct functionality Designed by Stefan Scholten and named after faceted surfaces, the Facet Cabinet by HAY is a versatile, multifunctional storage solution that is easy to move around. It is post-consumer recycled ABS plastic made up of three compounds: acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene that is non-toxic, fully recyclable, durable and safe to use. It features a revolving integrated door and can come on wheels, making the Facet Cabinet versatile and playful. Cyclade Table by Herman Miller – Sculpted Form, playful nature Each of the three set coffee tables in the Cyclade family is distinctive in their varied forms, with smooth organic curves, sculptural forms, playful nature and intriguing negative space that can stand on their own or be nested together. Embrace the perfect fusion of function and beauty with these nesting tables and invite endless play and flexibility with their varying heights, openings, and purpose. Arrange and rearrange, based on the needs of a particular space to elevate your workplace with organic modern design inspiration. 4. Percy by NaughtOne – A Bold, Versatile Lounge Chair Inspired by the continuous, curving frames of mid-century waiting room chairs, the practical yet playful Percy lounge chair is perfect for office lounge seating. Bold design, plush cushioned upholstery comfort, and customizable finishes for any workspace, the Percy lounge chair is abundant in creativity, with a choice of 16 colours and over 100 upholstery options. With frames that can be specified to a wide range of potential combinations and adaptable designs. Percy is ideal for a plethora of modern spaces in offices, universities and hospitality environments. 5. Nerd Chair/Bar Stool by Muuto – A playfully contemporary expression For use as a bar stool or desk chair, Nerd brings new perspectives to Scandinavian design by combining the traditional material of wood with a simple yet eccentric design language. The seamless integration of its back and seat makes for a characterful detail alongside the curved edges of its seat. Conclusion: Transforming your workplace, empowering people to foster a sense of community while incorporating playful elements into your office environment is not merely about aesthetics; it's about fostering an atmosphere that encourages creativity, collaboration, and employee wellbeing. At MillerKnoll, we believe that your office should be a place where work and play coexist harmoniously. By choosing pieces like the Truffle Pouf, Cyclade Table, or the Nerd Chair, you're not just investing in furniture; you're investing in a culture that values innovation, productivity and connection.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Adult Swim Celebrates ‘Robot Chicken' 20th Anniversary With Summer Special
Adult Swim's 'Robot Chicken' will celebrate its 20th anniversary with an all-new special set to premiere this summer. The popular stop-motion sketch comedy series' first installment since 2022 will follow the Nerd on a journey of self discovery through iconic reality shows from Warner Bros. Discovery's networks, including Discovery Channel, Food Network and TLC. 'Will he find a 90 Day Fiancé — or end up Shark Week chum?,' the logline reads. The series, which is created, executive produced, written and directed by and stars Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, first premiered in February 2005 and has become well known for its pop culture parodies. Other executive producers include co-head writers Douglas Goldstein and Tom Root, Stoopid Buddy Stoodios, John Harvatine IV and Eric Towner. 'Twenty years ago, we set out to make the kind of funny and unexpected show that we would want to watch. And somehow, we're still here, making sketch comedy with toys and making each other laugh,' Green and Senreich said in a statement. 'As always, the fans are the true wind beneath our wings, and this new special is going to soar really high. And then maybe from that height, poop on your head. But we all know that's good luck, so consider this payback for your support.' Over the course of its 11-season run, 'Robot Chicken' has racked up 23 Emmy nominations and six wins, with the most recent in 2022 for 'Outstanding Short Form Animated Program.' ''Robot Chicken' has been pushing the boundaries of comedy and animation for 20 years, and we could not be more excited to celebrate this milestone with our incredible fans,' Adult Swim president Michael Ouweleen added. 'From the very first stop-motion sketch to the upcoming special, the show's relentless creativity and sharp satire continue to set it apart. This new special is packed with the kind of wild, irreverent fun that only 'Robot Chicken' can deliver.' In addition to the special, Adult Swim will air 'Robot Chicken' five nights a week throughout the month of February with a late-night double episode on Monday through Thursday at 12:30 a.m. ET/PT and specials airing Sunday nights at 1 a.m. ET/PT. All 11 seasons of 'Robot Chicken' are currently available to stream on Max. The post Adult Swim Celebrates 'Robot Chicken' 20th Anniversary With Summer Special appeared first on TheWrap.
