Travels of a Female Physician in the Ming Dynasty

Although the Yang family has been busy lately, there has also been some fun.

As the "full-time doctor" in the mansion, I not only have to take care of my family's health, but also have to deal with some emergencies from time to time, such as the second young lady's stomach cramps, the eldest son's hypoglycemia from staying up late, and even occasionally have to participate in wedding preparations... However, in general, life is still comfortable.

Just when I thought I could relax for a few days at home, fate arranged another "sudden mission" for me.

That morning, I had just finished breakfast and was about to go to the backyard to check on the newly planted herbs when a servant from the mansion suddenly ran over and said, "Miss, there's a lady from another place in the front yard, holding a child. She said she came to seek medical treatment because of your reputation!"

I was stunned for a moment: "I came here because of your reputation? Why do I sound like a quack?"

Xiao Cui couldn't help laughing at the side. "Miss, you are now the famous 'female doctor' in Yingtian Prefecture! Look, even people from other places come to see you!"

I smiled bitterly and shook my head. "That title is a bit exaggerated... But since they're here, I have to go take a look."

In fact, although I usually take care of the health of everyone in the Yang family, I have never gone out to see outsiders. I didn't expect that someone would come to me on their own initiative this time.

When I rushed to the front yard, I saw a middle-aged woman in simple clothes holding a pale little boy, her eyes full of anxiety.

As soon as she saw me, she immediately stood up and saluted. "Miss Yang, I've heard that you're a skilled doctor, so I came all the way from the countryside to seek treatment. My son... he's been ill for several days. Please save him."

Seeing the helplessness in her eyes, my heart tightened. I quickly walked forward and squatted down to carefully check the condition of the little boy.

The child was about five or six years old, with a sallow complexion, rapid breathing, and limp body in his mother's arms, obviously having a fever.

"How long has the child had a fever?" I asked while feeling the temperature of his forehead.

The woman wiped away her tears and said anxiously, "It's been three or four days. At first, it was just a cough, but then he developed a fever. Our village doctor gave him some medicine, but there's been no improvement. Instead, his fever has gotten worse."

I frowned, thinking to myself: A persistent fever and cough sound like pneumonia. However, in those ancient times, pneumonia was a very dangerous disease if not treated promptly.

"You are doing the right thing. The child's illness cannot be delayed." I comforted her and began to think about the treatment plan in my mind.

"But don't worry, although this disease is serious, it is not incurable. I will prescribe medicine for him right away, and he should be able to get better after a few days of treatment."

I quickly took out some antipyretics and anti-inflammatory drugs from the medicine box. Of course, there were no antibiotics in ancient times, so I could only use some anti-inflammatory herbs as a temporary substitute, and at the same time use antipyretic decoctions.

"These medicines must be taken on time. Don't delay," I instructed as I wrote the prescription. "Also, the child should have a light diet, drink plenty of warm water, and keep the room well ventilated. If there's no improvement in a few days, be sure to come back to me."

The woman was so moved that she nodded repeatedly and kowtowed to me while holding the child: "Thank you, Miss Yang! Thank you for saving my life!"

I quickly helped her up and said, "Don't be so polite. It's my duty to cure illnesses and save lives. Please take the child back and give him medicine."

After seeing the mother off, I felt a little relieved.

The medical conditions in ancient times were so backward that many common diseases like pneumonia could be life-threatening if they were not treated in time.

Just as I was sighing, Xiao Cui suddenly came over and said with great joy, "Miss, you're famous now! I saw that lady said when she left that she would go back and tell the villagers that your medical skills are simply 'miracle healing'!"

I looked helpless: "Miraculous healing? Don't say that, I'm not that magical."

Xiao Cui chuckled and said, "But you really did cure everyone! If this gets out, I'm afraid the door of our Yang Mansion will be broken down by patients."

I shook my head. "I'm not planning on opening a clinic. Treating illnesses is one thing, but if people keep coming to me every day, how am I going to make a living?"

However, the development of the situation was obviously beyond my control.

After that foreign woman returned with her child, within a few days, my "reputation" spread throughout the streets and alleys of Yingtian Prefecture.

One after another, many people heard that I was a "female doctor" and came to seek medical treatment and medicine.

Suddenly, I became a street idol, and even the front yard of the Yang Mansion was packed with people...

"Miss, a bunch of people have come to the front yard again, saying they are here to seek medical treatment!" Xiao Cui ran over and reported to me excitedly.

I reluctantly put down the herbs in my hand and sighed, "Looks like I won't have a peaceful rest for the next few days!" I never thought I'd become an "Internet celebrity doctor" in ancient times...

The front yard was indeed crowded with all kinds of patients, including those who came with their children for fever, elderly people with mobility problems, many young people with minor illnesses and pains, and even some idlers who came just to join in the fun.

I stood in the yard, looking at the bustling scene in front of me, and felt a sense of emotion in my heart: This feels like a modern hospital outpatient clinic, with people queuing up for registration.

"Don't be anxious, come one by one." I tried my best to remain calm, but I was thinking in my heart: It seems that I have to find a place to deal with these medical matters in the future, otherwise the Yang Mansion will really become a "clinic."

After a whole day of hard work, I finally sent the last patient away. Back in my room, I collapsed in my chair.

"Miss, you have worked so hard!" Xiao Cui handed over the tea with a distressed look on her face.

I took the teacup with a wry smile. "Who would have thought that I originally wanted to be a happy doctor, but ended up running a 'full-time clinic'? But then again, being able to help so many people, it's not all in vain."

However, after this "explosive incident," I also realized that medical resources in ancient times were too scarce, and ordinary people had no good doctors to rely on. Thinking of this, I suddenly had a new idea: perhaps I could open a real medical clinic in Yingtian Prefecture, specializing in treating those in need.

"Miss, why is there a sudden glow on your face?" Xiao Cui looked at me curiously.

I smiled and said, "Xiao Cui, what do you think? It would be great if we could open a clinic in Yingtian Prefecture to treat the common people?"

Xiao Cui was stunned for a moment, then said excitedly, "Miss, you want to open a clinic? That's great! Our Yang Mansion, with your name, will definitely attract many people to come and see you!"

I nodded and secretly made up my mind: opening a clinic can not only cure diseases and save lives, but also allow me to better utilize the advantages of modern medicine. This might be my new goal.

However, the matter of opening a clinic still needs long-term consideration.

I have to discuss it with my father first to see if there is a suitable place, and then find a few apprentices to help.

After all, I can’t handle it all by myself!

As the night deepened, I sat by the window, looking at the night view outside, my heart full of anticipation.

Traveling to this strange era, perhaps my medical skills can really change something.

I must make this clinic the most reliable medical center in Yingtian Prefecture!