MrBallen’s Medical Mysteries

Ep. 2 | Tigers on the Ceiling

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Oct 17, 2023
A small French town experiences a mysterious illness causing hallucinations, violence, and suicide. Dr. Gebai investigates the illness, connecting it to unusual occurrences like a foul smell and a dog's sudden death. Tensions rise as the town faces a potential public health crisis and rumors of poisoning and curses spread.
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ANECDOTE

Dr. Gebai's Initial Diagnosis

  • Dr. Gebai returned from vacation to find his office full of patients with nausea, chills, and stomach pains.
  • Initially suspecting food poisoning, he treated them and sent them home, only to find more patients the next day.
INSIGHT

A Strange Odor

  • Dr. Gebai noticed a strange odor like dead mice around his patients, distinct from food poisoning.
  • This, coupled with the lack of a common food source, made him question his initial diagnosis.
ANECDOTE

The Illness Spreads

  • Dr. Gebai and Dr. Vu, another village doctor, realized the illness was spreading rapidly, with over 230 cases.
  • Some patients showed bizarre symptoms like dilated pupils and difficulty reading.
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