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Kabuto ([personal profile] sound_council) wrote in [community profile] sunshine_messages2015-02-11 09:38 am

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Perhaps this is a bit forward of me, but my experiences over the last few months have indicated that there is a near-criminal lack of basic medical knowledge among the ninja and civilian population.

As such I, Dr. Yakushi of the Sound, will happily answer any medical questions you might have, no matter your village affiliation, from the hours of 3pm to 6pm, Mondays through Fridays. Yes, even the questions your parents or teachers are unwilling to answer. Yes, even things that might make you uncomfortable or embarrassed. There is an anonymous messaging option for that very reason. Yes, I can speak to most complications arising from Bloodline Talents (though depending on how unusual your abilities, it might be best to speak to your personal doctor or teacher, should your talents be considered a village secret.) It would be my pleasure, and duty, to answer your questions and decrease the number of preventable injuries within our communities.

So.

Ask away.

Some common questions to start us off - 

Is scar tissue stronger than regular skin?
It is. However, each cell of your body can only replicate so many times. I would encourage you not to intentionally scar yourself for any reason. 

How useful is medical jutsu outside the ninja world?
Very. Most humans possess at least a base-line amount of chakra which can be induced to speed healing. Furthermore, basic medical knowledge includes traditional as well as ninjutsu based healing. I would encourage everyone to learn at least a bit of the former. It can save lives. If you are interested, I can post information on the basics of CPR, Chakra Healing and first Aid as taught by the Sound. 

Do ninja's have to eat more than regular people?
Using ninjutsu uses energy similar to that of regular exercise. The more you exercise, the more you need to eat. Similarly, the more you practice ninjutsu, the more calories you will need to consume. This is equally applicable to both male and female ninja. Starving yourself for any reason is idiotic and can lead to health complications which can negatively effect ones abilities. I recommend eating a balanced but varied diet, to ensure that you are receiving the appropriate amounts of micro-nutrients as well as calories.

Are condoms uncomfortable?
No. If your significant other uses this as an excuse to not wear them, they are lying and should be dealt with accordingly. Alternatively, if your find your preferred method of protection uncomfortable, it is likely that you are using the incorrect size. Please be safe when engaging in intercourse. The Sound already has too many orphans.

And because this is distressingly common - 
I cut off my finger/hand/arm/head. Is it possible to reattach it?
Please do not do this. While an experienced medical professional can reattach and ocassionally regrow limbs, every surgery has its dangers. At the moment, I have a jar on my desk full of glass eyes and an entire sewing kit of sutures specifically for re-attaching fingertips. If you are a teacher or parent of a young ninja, for the love of all things holywatch your children while they are training. Just because doctors can reattach limbs, doesn't mean we should be asked to do so on a daily basis!
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[personal profile] noboatbigenough 2015-02-28 06:48 pm (UTC)(link)
I have. It's very interesting to watch.

Water, in whatever form it is, gives us life, and can take it away so easily. There's something in that to respect, and if you respect it, you'll get something in return.
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[personal profile] noboatbigenough 2015-03-04 09:56 am (UTC)(link)
A useful fact, if you can't stay around to make sure they really do die.

Where's the challenge in that? But tea is an excellent way to enjoy the benefits water gives us.
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[personal profile] noboatbigenough 2015-03-13 05:44 am (UTC)(link)
But it’s always better to make sure they’re not pulling a clever trick, of course.

And I should be; water is one of my primary affinities.
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[personal profile] noboatbigenough 2015-03-26 05:01 pm (UTC)(link)
Learn it.

[There is a visual space that Kisame uses in place of a verbal pause for effect.]

And not just the hand seals for the jutsu. Learn water in all it’s forms and locations. Experience the ocean, rivers, lakes, rain, and every other kind you can get access to. Immerse your senses in it, and your body too, of course! Once you’ve done that, water will come easier, even if you have the hurdle of a conflicting natural affinity.

And if you’ve done that and still can’t master water, try harder.
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[personal profile] noboatbigenough 2015-04-09 04:09 am (UTC)(link)
Of course it is.