Medicinal leeches C013 / 6001
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Medicinal leeches C013 / 6001
Medicinal leeches. Pharmacist holding a jar containing live leeches. Leeches are parasites that feed on blood. Their saliva contains hirudin, a chemical that prevents blood from clotting. A normal wound may bleed for up to 20 minutes before clotting, but a leech wound can bleed for up to 10 hours. Leeches are used in modern medicine to drain blood from haematomas (accumulations of blood) and to draw blood into transplanted tissues until circulation is established. Photographed in Chelyabinsk, Russia
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Blood Sucker Chelyabinsk Chemists Holding Leech Leeches Live Medicinal Pharmacist Pharmacologist Pharmacology Pharmacy Russia Russian Sucking
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in the world of modern medicine, showcasing the intriguing use of medicinal leeches. In this image, a pharmacist delicately holds a jar containing live leeches, highlighting their role as blood-sucking parasites with remarkable properties. Leeches have long been recognized for their saliva's unique chemical composition. One such compound is hirudin, which prevents blood from clotting. Unlike normal wounds that may stop bleeding within 20 minutes, a wound inflicted by these extraordinary creatures can continue to bleed for up to an astonishing 10 hours. The application of leeches in contemporary medicine is both fascinating and valuable. They are employed to drain blood from haematomas or accumulations of blood and aid in drawing blood into transplanted tissues until proper circulation is established. Photographed in Chelyabinsk, Russia, this image showcases the collaboration between science and nature. The pharmacist's careful grip on the jar reveals her expertise and dedication to utilizing these creatures' therapeutic potential. This photograph serves as a reminder that even seemingly unconventional methods can contribute significantly to healthcare practices worldwide. Through its depiction of this symbiotic relationship between humans and animals, it invites us to appreciate the wonders found within our natural world while acknowledging the advancements made possible through scientific exploration.
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