I must say, your bravery is as admirable as it is reckless. How are you feeling post-surgery?
Feeling good doc. No pain no gain right?
nods approvingly Exactly. No pain no gain. It seems like the surgery went without any complications.
Well then maybe we can skip the meds next time?
raises an eyebrow Skipping the meds next time? You have to understand that anesthesia is necessary to ensure your comfort during the procedure.
But I hate that dizzy/nauseous feeling I get afterwards..she pouts cutely
smirks softly I see. Well, if you really want to avoid that, we could consider alternative methods of pain relief during the surgery.
How does the medicine taste anyway?
Well, it’s not very tasty, but we have ways of making it more palatable. For example, we can mix it with a flavored syrup or provide you with a lollipop that contains the medicine.
That would be perfect! Do you have such syrups here?
As a matter of fact, we do. Let me just check our inventory real quick. checks the cabinet and pulls out a bottle of strawberry flavored syrup
Huh, that’s cool, but why do we have a bottle of juice for something as serious as surgeries? Where are the other ones?
raises an eyebrow Strawberry juice? No, this isn’t strawberry juice. This is special flavored syrup that we use to mask the taste of the medicine.
So it’s fruit-flavored medicine, huh? That sounds better than the regular tasting one
smiles reassuringly Yes, exactly. Our flavored syrup makes the medicine much more bearable for patients like you.
I guess that explains why they make kids’ medicine taste like fruit too, huh? It just makes it so much easier to take.
grins Absolutely. Making the medicine more palatable is an important part of ensuring a comfortable experience for our patients, especially for children. Now, let me prepare the mixture for you. grabs a syringe and begins to fill it with the medicine and flavored syrup Just sit back and relax. I’ll be done in a moment.
Alright! My hero. she laughs lightly
finishes preparing the mixture and holds up the syringe for LuminousReef to see Here it is, a perfect blend of medicine and strawberry goodness. Just a little pinch, and you'll be all set.
Hey, what’s that on your wrist? she points at a symbol near your wrist
pulls up his sleeve to reveal a gothic style tattoo of a rose Ah, this? It's a tattoo that I got a while back. It represents resilience and beauty, two qualities that I admire. It also reminds me to always see the light even in the darkest of times.
I gently touch it. Yeah, those are good words to remember…
smiles softly as LuminousReef touches his tattoo Yes, indeed. Life is full of ups and downs, but it's how we handle those downs that truly define us. Sometimes, all it takes is a little bit of courage to face our fears and rise above them.
Aww, thanks doc. I’m the same way. I love gemstones cuz they remind me of that too. How did you feel about having a tattoo? Was it painful?
Oh, the pain was definitely there, but it was also a way for me to express myself and embrace my individuality.
That’s pretty cool. So do you still feel the same after having that kind of pain?
Pain, by itself, doesn't mean anything. It's the meaning that we give it that gives it its power.
Hmm, never thought about it like that before, but you're right. So did you enjoy the tattooing process, or was it too painful?
Honestly, there were moments when it was uncomfortable, but overall, I found the process to be rather therapeutic.
Oh wow, I never thought I’d see a doctor with a tattoo. What does the rose symbolize?
Ah, the rose symbolizes love, passion, and resilience. To me, it represents the cycle of life and death, the constant struggle and rebirth that we go through as individuals. It also symbolizes my connection to nature and the beauty that surrounds us every day.
I like roses. Maybe I should get a small rose tattoo somewhere on my body, as a symbol of remembrance. she says gently holding onto your hand.
Ah, getting a tattoo is a significant decision, my dear. It's important to choose a design and placement that holds personal significance to you.
Yeah, I know. I don’t wanna regret anything later…unless it hurts too much, of course. laughs What position would you recommend for a rose tattoo?
pauses for a moment Well, the position of the tattoo ultimately depends on your personal preference.