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A 36-year-old Florida woman discovered that she had a human botfly larva living under her skin following a trip to Belize. When you come back from your honeymoon, you’ll likely have a souvenir or two—but one Florida woman brought back something she definitely didn’t want to keep: a baby fly that had burrowed into her skin. The 36-year-old woman (who hasn’t been identified, because, duh), went on her honeymoon in Belize where everything went according to plan—until two months after she arrived back home and noticed something strange, according to a case report published in the Journal of Investigative Medicine...

Someone you can always count on is dermatologist Sandra Lee, MD, a.k.a. Dr. Pimple Popper. She gives her fans exactly what they want all day every day. Honestly, I don’t know how she does it. Actually, her patients bring in all their mysterious lumps, bumps, and pimples to her office. They definitely deserve a shout-out for the role they play. In her latest Instagram video, Dr. Pimple Popper treats a patient with a crazy juicy blackhead. The bump has been growing in secret behind his ear for who knows how long. This blackhead’s days are numbered now that Dr. Pimple...

Have you ever wondered what exactly goes into that iconic canned meat called SPAM? Well, you’re not alone! SPAM has been a pantry staple for decades, and its unique taste and versatility have made it a beloved ingredient in many households. So, let’s dive into the world of SPAM and uncover its secrets. SPAM, created in 1937 by the manufacturer Hormel Foods, has become a household name around the world. But what does SPAM actually stand for? Surprisingly, the true meaning behind the name remains a mystery. Some speculate that it stands for “Shoulder of Pork And Ham,” while others...

Dermatologist Sandra Lee, MD, a.k.a. Dr. Pimple Popper, knows how to knock out a cyst. She’s popped all sizes and kinds of cysts, from a tiny “boba” head cyst to a gray “egg yolk” cyst to a massive “thick and oozy” cyst. Basically, she’s a total cyst expert. Dr. Pimple Popper pops a patient’s large head cyst in a new video on posted on their YouTube channel. The whole cyst pops out looking like a “rotten meatball,” and Dr. Pimple Popper even lets the patient’s mom watch the pop up close. Fans in the comments loved watching Dr. P work...

If you’re in the 45 – 65 age range and like me, you’re always on the lookout for any changes in your body. It’s important to stay vigilant and take action if anything seems out of the ordinary. So, imagine my surprise when I found a cluster of red dots on my shoulder one morning. Of course, like any responsible person, I turned to the internet for answers. Red dots form on the skin for various reasons, and while some go away on their own, some require treatment.Some of the most common causes of red spots are allergic responses, acne...

Ear was found to be infested with maggots after she went to a hospital complaining of pain, itching and bleeding. Maggots in the ear, known as aural myiasis, occur when fly larvae infest the ear canal. This condition is rare but can happen, especially in tropical or subtropical areas, or in individuals with poor hygiene or untreated wounds. Myiasis is a common infestation among mammals. In humans, it is seen more in rural areas where people are in more direct contact with animals. The disease occurs when the female fly lays eggs, which shortly will cause clinical manifestations that are...