Desert island discs

[Cynical Ninja]

My second oldest brother had that same book when he was 12. He correctly diagnosed himself with appendicitis. Too bad mom didn't believe him until his appendix burst and he was rushed to the hospital where he nearly died.

I'm not sure I would have needed the book, the extreme pain of appendicitis would have been the only clue I needed to seek medical attention. If I'm suddenly in terrible pain I don't think “oh! Better check the medical book!” I think “oh! Better ring fucking 999 immediately!”