This document provides an introduction to the first issue of Biosurgical News, a newsletter about biosurgery and the use of maggots in wound treatment. It discusses the history of maggot therapy and its resurgence in recent decades. It also introduces the Biosurgical Research Unit, which produces the sterile maggot product LarvE, and announces new staff and training opportunities. Short articles describe awards for LarvE and a case study using maggots to treat a donkey.
Mighty Maggots and Bairnsdale Ulcer TOWN talk 21st Nov 2013VeraQ Pty Ltd
This is an example of one of the many community outreach talks I have been asked to deliver as the result of my pozible.com/mightymaggots crowdfunding campaign. It is hoped one day that Deakin will have KPIs for this kind of engagement, so I can get professional recognition on top of the warm fuzzy feelings I get from Outreach!
Biotherapy – the use of living organisms for the treatment of human and animal illness – is a practice known since antiquity. But it is not antiquated!
In January 2003, the veterinary specialists below met during the North American Veterinary
Conference in Orlando, Florida, to discuss emerging flea-borne diseases, some strategies for preventing
infestations, and ways to improve owner compliance with appropriate therapy. The following are
excerpts from this roundtable discussion.
Mighty Maggots and Bairnsdale Ulcer TOWN talk 21st Nov 2013VeraQ Pty Ltd
This is an example of one of the many community outreach talks I have been asked to deliver as the result of my pozible.com/mightymaggots crowdfunding campaign. It is hoped one day that Deakin will have KPIs for this kind of engagement, so I can get professional recognition on top of the warm fuzzy feelings I get from Outreach!
Biotherapy – the use of living organisms for the treatment of human and animal illness – is a practice known since antiquity. But it is not antiquated!
In January 2003, the veterinary specialists below met during the North American Veterinary
Conference in Orlando, Florida, to discuss emerging flea-borne diseases, some strategies for preventing
infestations, and ways to improve owner compliance with appropriate therapy. The following are
excerpts from this roundtable discussion.
IJERA (International journal of Engineering Research and Applications) is International online, ... peer reviewed journal. For more detail or submit your article, please visit www.ijera.com
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Light Innovation - Health & beauty with light
Laser and light applications are now available in many medical disciplines for clinical practice. Both in diagnostics and in therapy treatments with laser and light rays open up the new ways and possibilities: Precise surgical techniques and treatments relieve regenerate and even heal the patient with few side effects.
Today, light & laser technology in many fields are often performed as the method of first choice for therapies that are not possible to perform successfully with other classical methods, or only with a much larger effort. High energy lasers are very precise tools for cutting, coagulation and vaporization of biological tissue. Light spectra from low energy lasers and special full spectrum therapy devices working in the visible and near-infrared range are ideal for bio-stimulation and regeneration.
Interestingly, the findings that have been made in medicine with laser & light applications are today widely used by dermatologists, skin specialists, aestheticians and spa specialists successfully in a wide range of applications.
In this lecture you will learn many of these new findings and can use it for yourself and for the benefit of your customers.
We wold love the here you comments about this lecture.
For details about our own Q.Light Phototherapy system please visit the following website:
http://www.qlight-skin-care.webs.com/
Dirofilaria immitis is the causative agent
of canine and feline heartworm disease.
Adult worms live in the pulmonary
arteries, and females produce first-stage
larvae (microfilariae), which are taken up
by mosquitoes that then transmit the
infection to other animals. In dogs, an
untreated infection leads to congestive
heart failure (Figures 1 and 2). D. immitis,
like most filarial worms studied to date,
harbor bacteria called Wolbachia, which are
thought to play an essential role in the
biology and reproductive functions of their
filarial hosts.Wolbachia pipientis, the only
species thus far identified in the genus,
are gram-negative bacteria belonging to
the order Rickettsiales (just like Ehrlichia
spp and Anaplasma spp).
Prussian Blue An Radioactive De Corporation Agentijtsrd
During the past few years, Science and Technology has extended to a large extent. They are mainly used in the field of medicine, diagnosis and treatment of the various diseases. Radioisotopes are extensively used in the field of medicine, treatment and diagnosis. But Apart from it, their major use is in the field of diagnosis. When a Human or a Living Being comes in contact with the radiations which are exerted by the radioactive elements or comes in contact with the any of the radioactive elements then it got incorporated in its body cells, tissues or organs. So, as to remove them we extensively used the de corporation technique, which works on the phenomenon of adsorption. The agents we preferably used in the de corporation are known as de corporating agents. There are mainly two categories in which we have divided these decoporating agents they are External de corporating agents and Internal de corporating agents. External de corporating agents are mainly used to remove radioactive elements from the external body surfaces like skin and the mucous membrane and on the other side Internal de corporating agents remove the radioactive elements from the Internal body parts, they are further classified as GI absorbers, Mobilizing agent, Blocking agent, Diluting and Chelating agents. Prussian Blue is one of the most commonly used Internal de corporating agent, it mainly performs their action by the absorption of the radioactive elements in the GIT, so they are also known as the GI absorbers. In US market it is marketed as 5oomg hard gelatin capsule which contains PB granules and marketed by the Brand name of Radio gardase. There are different nuclear disasters which we faced during the last some years like the Fukushima Nuclear Disaster, Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster, etc. Hence, we concluded that we need De contaminating agents, so as to remove the radioactivity from the body. Hardeep Singh Bambra | Mohd Mazhar ""Prussian Blue- An Radioactive De-Corporation Agent"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-4 , June 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd23960.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/other/23960/prussian-blue--an-radioactive-de-corporation-agent/hardeep-singh-bambra
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IJERA (International journal of Engineering Research and Applications) is International online, ... peer reviewed journal. For more detail or submit your article, please visit www.ijera.com
Cidesco conference 2012 - Innovative Laser methods and the power of LightErnest John Fleckenstein
Light Innovation - Health & beauty with light
Laser and light applications are now available in many medical disciplines for clinical practice. Both in diagnostics and in therapy treatments with laser and light rays open up the new ways and possibilities: Precise surgical techniques and treatments relieve regenerate and even heal the patient with few side effects.
Today, light & laser technology in many fields are often performed as the method of first choice for therapies that are not possible to perform successfully with other classical methods, or only with a much larger effort. High energy lasers are very precise tools for cutting, coagulation and vaporization of biological tissue. Light spectra from low energy lasers and special full spectrum therapy devices working in the visible and near-infrared range are ideal for bio-stimulation and regeneration.
Interestingly, the findings that have been made in medicine with laser & light applications are today widely used by dermatologists, skin specialists, aestheticians and spa specialists successfully in a wide range of applications.
In this lecture you will learn many of these new findings and can use it for yourself and for the benefit of your customers.
We wold love the here you comments about this lecture.
For details about our own Q.Light Phototherapy system please visit the following website:
http://www.qlight-skin-care.webs.com/
Dirofilaria immitis is the causative agent
of canine and feline heartworm disease.
Adult worms live in the pulmonary
arteries, and females produce first-stage
larvae (microfilariae), which are taken up
by mosquitoes that then transmit the
infection to other animals. In dogs, an
untreated infection leads to congestive
heart failure (Figures 1 and 2). D. immitis,
like most filarial worms studied to date,
harbor bacteria called Wolbachia, which are
thought to play an essential role in the
biology and reproductive functions of their
filarial hosts.Wolbachia pipientis, the only
species thus far identified in the genus,
are gram-negative bacteria belonging to
the order Rickettsiales (just like Ehrlichia
spp and Anaplasma spp).
Prussian Blue An Radioactive De Corporation Agentijtsrd
During the past few years, Science and Technology has extended to a large extent. They are mainly used in the field of medicine, diagnosis and treatment of the various diseases. Radioisotopes are extensively used in the field of medicine, treatment and diagnosis. But Apart from it, their major use is in the field of diagnosis. When a Human or a Living Being comes in contact with the radiations which are exerted by the radioactive elements or comes in contact with the any of the radioactive elements then it got incorporated in its body cells, tissues or organs. So, as to remove them we extensively used the de corporation technique, which works on the phenomenon of adsorption. The agents we preferably used in the de corporation are known as de corporating agents. There are mainly two categories in which we have divided these decoporating agents they are External de corporating agents and Internal de corporating agents. External de corporating agents are mainly used to remove radioactive elements from the external body surfaces like skin and the mucous membrane and on the other side Internal de corporating agents remove the radioactive elements from the Internal body parts, they are further classified as GI absorbers, Mobilizing agent, Blocking agent, Diluting and Chelating agents. Prussian Blue is one of the most commonly used Internal de corporating agent, it mainly performs their action by the absorption of the radioactive elements in the GIT, so they are also known as the GI absorbers. In US market it is marketed as 5oomg hard gelatin capsule which contains PB granules and marketed by the Brand name of Radio gardase. There are different nuclear disasters which we faced during the last some years like the Fukushima Nuclear Disaster, Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster, etc. Hence, we concluded that we need De contaminating agents, so as to remove the radioactivity from the body. Hardeep Singh Bambra | Mohd Mazhar ""Prussian Blue- An Radioactive De-Corporation Agent"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-3 | Issue-4 , June 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd23960.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/other/23960/prussian-blue--an-radioactive-de-corporation-agent/hardeep-singh-bambra
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Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
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Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
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Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
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1. BIOSURGICAL NEWS Volume 1, Issue 1
November 2002
Introduction to Biosurgery and the Biosurgical News
Welcome to this the first gical Research Unit began to wounds, often in situations
edition of the Biosurgical produce sterile maggots of the where traditional treatments
News! green bottle, Lucilia sericata, un- had proved ineffective.
der the brand name of LarvE. During the last five years
Biosurgery is a term that
has been coined specifi- maggot therapy has grown
cally to describe the use in popularity and the use of
of maggots in the treat- LarvE is now regarded by
ment of infected and many as the treatment of
necrotic wounds. choice for a variety of
wound types.
This ancient treatment
was first used in Western Biosurgical News has
medicine during the been introduced as a vehicle
American Civil War, but to provide both new and
came to prominence after existing users of LarvE with
the First World War when information on recent devel-
Baer, an American ortho- opments in this area and as a
paedic surgeon, described forum for an exchange of
the use of the technique ideas and experiences.
for the treatment of Each edition will cover a
osteomyelitis in the wide range of topics, some
pre-antibiotic era. of which will be light-
Following the discovery of The treatment attracted consid- hearted in tone whilst others
Biosurgical News
penicillin, the therapy was erable interest in the nursing will be more serious in nature.
largely forgotten until it was press and media with the result Contributions are invited from
resurrected in America by that, despite the somewhat un- all practitioners of maggot
Sherman in the mid 1980s. conventional nature of the tech- therapy to future editions of
Maggot therapy was reintro- nique, many hospitals around this newsletter. Please contact
duced into the United King- the UK began to use maggots the editor at the address shown
dom in 1995 when the Biosur- for the management of problem on page four.
BIOSURGICAL RESEARCH UNIT
LarvE: Produced by the NHS for the NHS
LarvE are produced by the testing dressings and medical
Biosurgical Research Unit, devices, and is believed to be the Inside this issue:
part of the Bro Morgannwg only NHS laboratory accredited
LarvE: An award winning product 2
NHS Trust, based in the Prin- by the United Kingdom Ac-
cess of Wales Hospital in creditation Service (UKAS) for LarvE in veterinary practice
2
Bridgend. its work in this field .
Spreading the word 2
The BRU is actually part of Staff from a variety of scientific
Maggot therapy in the 2nd 3
the Surgical Materials Testing disciplines are involved in mag- World War
Laboratory (SMTL), a depart- got production to ensure that
ment that has been involved these are produced to the high- LarvE and the diabetic foot 3
in wound management for est possible standard as might Maggots in the treatment of 3
many years. be expected from an NHS-based pressure sores
The laboratory specialises in organization. Become a registered maggot user! 4
2. Page 2 BIOSURGICAL NEWS
LarvE: An award winning product
The unique nature of the LarvE project This is not the first award that the BRU has received, for
was recognized in 2001 when the Biosurgi- in 1999 the LarvE brand of maggots was granted Millen-
cal Research Unit was granted a Queen’s nium Product Status.
Award for Innovation.
This was presented by His Royal Highness
the Duke of Kent when he visited the
SMTL earlier this year.
During his visit the Duke was given a tour
of the production unit including the fly
room, where the adult insects are kept, the
‘nursery’ where the young maggots are
raised prior to dispatch, and the clean room
areas where the aseptic manipulations are
carried out.
The Duke was also shown the various
pro cesses involved in the production of
sterile maggots, and he later spoke to a pa-
tient who had previously undergone a pro-
longed course of maggot treatment which
had prevented the amputation of his foot!
The Duke also toured the rest of the SMTL
to learn a little about the testing work of His Royal Highness, The Duke of Kent presenting the Queen’s Award to
the department. Dr Steve Thomas, Director of the Biosurgical Research Unit.
LarvE win a veterinary award!
Despite the widespread use of culitis, an infection of fatty tissue wound that progressed rapidly
maggots in human wound man- on the flanks, which led to tissue to healing.
agement, to date the use of mag- breakdown and the formation of This article was subsequently
gots in veterinary medicine has a large necrotic wound. award the ‘William Hunting
been somewhat limited. Repeated surgical debridement Award’ which is awarded annu-
Nevertheless, in 2001, the Veteri- and antibiotic injections failed to ally for the best contribution to
nary Record, the leading veterinary eliminate the problem, so mag- the Veterinary Record from
journal in the United Kingdom, gots were used as a treatment of practitioners
published an article that described last resort.
the use of LarvE in the treatment
The paper described how the Bell, N. J., Thomas, S. . Veterinary Record
of an elderly female donkey1. maggots removed all the infected 2001; 149: 768-770
The donkey suffered from panni- material resulting in a clean
Spreading the word
The Biosurgical Research Unit has South West . ment to education and training,
recently appointed three new a further series of training days
All are very experienced in the
members to its team. wound management field and has been arranged for 2003.
These are based in different parts will undoubtedly prove be an These days are always oversub-
of the United Kingdom to meet invaluable resource for practitio-
scribed so early booking is
local needs for education and ners of maggot therapy in their
essential.
training in the use of LarvE. respective areas. All three may be
For further information and
The three new staff members are contacted via the Biosurgical Re-
registration forms contact Tony
Clare McIver, who works in the search Unit. Fowler, Customer Services
North East region, Pat Holman, Training Days Manager by phone or email
who works in the North West, and As part of the BRU’s commit- (tony@smtl.co.uk)
Andy Carthew who covers the
3. VOLUME 1 , I S S U E 1 Page 3
Maggot therapy during the second world war
Since Napoleonic times, the history of maggot therapy has been closely linked to military conflicts . Many soldiers
with appalling battlefield injuries had their wounds infested with maggots, which may have actually saved their
lives by preventing the development of septicaemia.
Less familiar perhaps, are accounts of soldiers who, perhaps in the absence of more traditional medicines, were
given maggot therapy during the Second World War. An insight into one officer’s experience was given in a
letter that was recently written to the BRU in response to an article that appeared in a national newspaper and
is reproduced her with his permission.
Sir,
I was interested to read the article which was less painful than using a Our poor diet and primitive liv-
on Maggot Therapy in the Times scalpel (albeit a bamboo one) ing conditions in the jungle pre-
Magazine of 31 August 2002 and otherwise shrieks of pain rent the vented normal healing. We never
particularly about your work in air! had this problem in Singapore or
this field. The next step was to sprinkle sul- Malaya.
You might be interested to learn phonilamide powder (good old I am not sure where we got our
that POWs working on the ‘Death M&B 693) on the wound and the maggots from - possibly fer-
Railway’ in Thailand during the ulcer healed beautifully. mented rice - but we were not all
Second World War used maggots Sometimes a skin graft was carried that curious to find out and the
on their leg ulcers with great suc- out but this wasn't too popular kitchens were out of bounds for
cess. though it did provide a protective us!
After the maggots had done their coating on the wound. MHC Burns, Major (Retired), late
work the ulcers were syringed out The slightest scratch from a bam- Indian Army.
with Eusol or saline solution, boo and an ulcer formed rapidly.
“Ancient dwellers
in the land of
Canaan chose Baal,
LarvE in the treatment of the diabetic foot: an account of a new
king of the flies, as
application technique
The management of foot ulcers multidisciplinary approach to the involved the use of a zinc
their chief god.”
in diabetic patients is both costly treatment of a patient with an impregnated stocking which
and time consuming, and many extensive heel wound resulted in s u ccessfully prevented the
patients are at risk of amputation. complete healing and prevented maggots from escaping and
In a recent case history, that will an amputation. protected the surrounding skin
be published in full on the web- The application of maggots from excoriation.
site, Debbie Ruff, Vascular played an important part of this For full details of this and other
Nurse, Pennine Acute Hospitals treatment as they rapidly cleansed case histories see:
NHS Trust, and Melanie the wound which in turn allowed http://www.larve.com/
Stephens, Lecturer Adult Nurs- the process of granulation to take
ing, Department of Nursing, place.
University of Salford have The treatment was enhanced by a
described how a structured new application technique that
Maggots in the treatment of pressure sores
Sherman, the leading exponent treated and 49 conventionally n o n-maggot-treated wounds
of maggot therapy in the United, treated wounds. (p<0.001).
States has recently published the Eighty percent of maggot treated The area of conventionally-
results of an analysis of the treat- wounds were completely treated wounds increased by
ment of 103 patients with 145 debrided, while only 48% of 1.2cm 2/week, but the area of-
pressure ulcers. Fifty of these wounds were completely debrided maggot-treated wounds decreased
patients, with a total of 61 using conventional treatment by 1.2cm 2/week.
wounds, received maggot therapy alone (p=0.021).
at some point during their treat- Within three weeks maggot Sherman,R.A. Maggot versus conserva-
ment. treated wounds contained one- tive debridement therapy for treatment of
Debridement and wound healing pressure ulcers, Wound Repair and Regenera-
third the necrotic tissue (p=0.05) tion, 1992, 10:(4), 208-214.
were quantified in 43 maggot- and twice the granulation tissue of
4. Page 4
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Maggots on the ‘net’
Few would dispute the value of will shortly be relaunched.
the internet as a source of infor- In the coming months, this new site Key web addresses
mation on virtually any topic and will develop into a freely available
maggot therapy is no exception. resource for anyone who has an Biosurgery Home Page:
The SMTL first established an interest in biosurgery. http://www.larve.com/
internet presence in 1996, then, in One important section will consist of
1997, the laboratory introduced case studies on maggot therapy that
“Maggots the World Wide Wounds:
‘World Wide Wounds’, the illustrate the use of the technique in a
larvae of flies, world’s first peer-reviewed variety of wound types. http://www.worldwidewounds.com
electronic wound management Some of these case studies will also
caterpillars are the
journal. be summarised in this and future Email:
larvae of butterflies Although the SMTL web site has editions of Biosurgery News.
maggots@smtl.co.uk
or moths, and had a Biosurgery section for many The first of these new case studies is
years, this is being updated and summarised on page 3.
grubs are the
larvae of beetles.”
On a lighter note ….
I’ve come to help that job you do
I do not munch nor bite nor chew A maggot’s year: November
I liquefy slough and take it away
With all nasty bugs-even MRSA.
Please help me to do a really good job
Like you, I’m not cheap, I cost a few bob
If you cover me well – so that I can’t breathe
I won’t take the food, but any small chance to
leave.
If you leave me too wet, I’ll choke and I’ll drown
And you’ll never find me, you’ll think I’ve left town
If you leave me too dry, I’ll shrivel away
‘I’ll need two more pots’ to Mary you’ll say.
The moral here told is simple and fact
Biosurgical Research Unit Read my instructions and don’t be a prat.
SMTL Some moistened fresh gauze and change every
Princess of Wales Hospital day…
Coity Road I’ll be worth every penny that you’ve had to pay
Bridgend Remember, if I leave a bloody red trail
CF31 1RQ That shows I’m working and not that I’ve failed
‘Guy Forks’ thought he had found a way of
Phone: 01656 752820
Fax: 01656 752830 If in any doubt ring the contact that’s given removing slough faster than usual!
Email: maggots@smtl.co.uk So I can do well in this short life I’m living.
Mair Fear 2002