Emperor Ming's grandson

Chapter 67 Xu Da’s back is gangrenous!

Zhu Di led the elite cavalry to escort his father-in-law, Duke Xu Da of Wei, back to the capital.

Xu Da, who was suffering from back gangrene, lay on a stretcher and was carefully carried into the Duke of Wei's mansion. His face was as pale as paper and his brows were furrowed. He was obviously suffering from great pain.

In front of the archway of Dakongfang, Xu Da's three sons - Xu Huizu, Xu Yingxu and Xu Zengshou have been waiting for a long time.

As the eldest son, Xu Huizu has always been the backbone of the family because his father Xu Da has been guarding Beiping all year round. However, at this moment, he felt more confused than ever before. He stood beside his father, his hands trembling and wanted to touch his father's face, but he couldn't. Dare to touch easily.

Xu Yingxu, the second son of a concubine, stood aside and stared at his father silently. He hated himself for not being able to share his father's pain. His eyes were red and swollen, and tears rolled in his eyes, but he resisted the tears from flowing out.

The youngest son Xu Zengshou burst into tears. He knelt beside Xu Da and held Xu Da's hand tightly, as if this could bring some comfort to his father.

As half of the Xu family, Zhu Di felt uncomfortable watching all this. He gently patted Xu Zengshou's shoulder to express comfort.

At this time, Xu Da spoke with difficulty: "Why are you crying? I'm not dead yet."

Although his voice was weak, it revealed unquestionable majesty. His eyes swept over the faces of the three sons in turn, and finally stopped on Zhu Di.

Zhu Di was shocked. He understood what Xu Da meant. Xu Da had explained many things to him on the road before.

This includes some military and political relations in Peiping, as well as some personal connections and other things he explained. These things are not enough for outsiders.

Even for the Xu family, it would be better to leave it to his three sons as their son-in-law.

After all, Zhu Yuanzhang would not guard against him.

But for three sons, it might not be possible.

Zhu Di nodded, and Xu Da felt relieved.

Soon, after receiving the news, Zhu Yuanzhang personally led a group of imperial doctors from the palace to the Duke of Wei's mansion.

The imperial doctors did not take long to diagnose, and they came out of the room after a while.

Zhu Yuanzhang, who was pacing in the courtyard, looked at Dai Sigong and asked with a cold snort: "Mr. Dai, we won't ask you anything else. Don't talk about those people who are going around. Just give me an accurate answer and say whether it can be cured." Bar."

Dai Sigong's words were stuck in his throat. He nodded awkwardly and said, "It can be cured."

After getting this result, Zhu Yuanzhang finally felt a little better. When Queen Ma was seriously ill last time, he really wanted to kill these quack doctors.

However, I had this idea at the time. If I really killed all the imperial doctors in the imperial hospital, it would still be very difficult to see doctors in the future. After all, these people were already the highest-level group of doctors willing to serve the royal family.

"Then tell us what's going on."

Dai Sigong knew that Zhu Yuanzhang didn't like to listen to long speeches, so he picked up the key points and said: "The so-called back ulcer is a sore on the back. Its shape ranges from small to large, such as beans, eggs, fists, and the mouth of a bowl. Regardless of the color, there is pus and blood. The color of the blood is often yellow-red, the odor is foul, and the pain is severe. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, vomiting, abdominal distension, constipation, etc."

In fact, from the perspective of modern medicine, back gangrene is a purulent inflammation that is common in the skin and subcutaneous tissue of the back. Its main pathogenic bacteria are Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus, and these bacteria are usually found in the normal flora of the human body. However, when the human body's immunity declines or is stimulated by the outside world, it will invade hair follicles, sebaceous glands, sweat glands, etc. and cause local infection. The reason why it is easy to occur on the back is because the back is one of the largest sweat gland distribution areas in the human body and also the largest. Areas prone to sweating, friction, and pressure.

Because Xu Da led his army to fight in Liaodong, the weather was hot and he wore layers of armor and clothes. His back sweated too much and the moisture was too heavy, which blocked his pores and sweat glands. The deep mountains and forests were also unhygienic, making it easier for bacteria to breed and infection. , so I suffered from back gangrene.

"The cause of back gangrene is internally due to rising liver fire and spleen deficiency and excess dampness. To treat it, there are two main methods: internal treatment and external treatment. Internal treatment refers to the use of drugs taken orally to regulate the functions of the liver, spleen and other internal organs. Eliminate the poison of infection; external treatment refers to using stone incision and silver needles to assist the surface treatment of back gangrene."

"and many more."

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned and asked, "Can this gangrene be cut off at will?"

"Of course you can't, but you can try. The incision for back gangrene must be tested with a needle first. If you see blood coming out, you can't incision; if you see pus coming out, you can do it." Another imperial doctor who is good at acupuncture added.

"Then if we don't cut it open, how long can Wei Guogong survive?"

"Wei Guogong is in good health and will still have it for a few months. However, if the pus is not incised and drained, the gangrene on the back may soak into the blood, making it difficult to cure."

"Please step back first." There is no doubt that this is an extremely difficult decision, and Zhu Yuanzhang cannot make this decision for Xu Da.

After all, this decision affects Xu Da's life.

Zhu Yuanzhang moved very slowly, with a bit of helplessness, and pushed open the room where Xu Da was resting.

The sight in front of him shocked him even more.

Xu Da was lying on the bed. On his broad back, there was a huge gangrene like a gangrene attached to the bone, which looked particularly terrifying under the light.

The ulcer had suppurated and exuded a fishy stench, and the surrounding skin showed an unhealthy dark red color, which was shocking to see.

Zhu Yuanzhang's heart felt as if it was being pressed heavily by a boulder, and a trace of regret flashed in his eyes.

This was his commoner brother, his right-hand man, and the pillar of the Ming Dynasty. But now he was suffering from illness. How could he not feel heartbroken?
Over the decades, they have experienced ups and downs together. Xu Da's contribution to Zhu Yuanzhang is no less than that of Han Xin to Liu Bang. It can be said that Xu Da helped Zhu Yuanzhang to conquer most of the Ming Dynasty.

Zhu Yuanzhang walked to the bed and his voice was trembling: "Tiande, why is your back gangrene so serious?"

Xu Da tried his best to turn his head. He could not lie down to sleep for a long time. When he saw Zhu Yuanzhang, he forced out a wry smile: "Your Majesty, I forgive you, but I cannot salute. I know that I don't have much time left, but this illness is really tormenting."

"Tiande, there is nothing we can do now."

Zhu Yuanzhang paused and continued in a heavy voice: "The first is to ask the imperial doctor to acupuncture and drain the pus for you right now. This method is dangerous. If it succeeds, you will die, but if it doesn't, you will... you also understand."

Xu Da nodded slightly to express his understanding.

Zhu Yuanzhang continued: "The second is to wait. Just like the queen did when she was seriously ill three years ago, if the Yin and Yang Qihai can be opened in time, then the elixir from Da Sun may be able to cure your illness without having to bear any responsibility. It’s risky to be critical, but we’re afraid you won’t be able to survive that long.”

Both plans are full of unknown risks, and now Zhu Yuanzhang has put the choice in Xu Da's own hands.

Xu Da was silent for a moment, his eyes shining with complicated light in the candlelight.

Xu Da knew very well that no matter which path he chose, it was a huge gamble with fate.

However, using a needle to incise and drain the pus is really a narrow escape. Since Queen Ma has taken the precedent, if you endure the hardship, you may not be able to wait for a turn.

"I believe in Your Majesty, and I also believe in the Holy Grandson."

When Zhu Yuanzhang listened to Xu Da's words, he felt an indescribable feeling in his heart. He held Xu Da's hand tightly and his voice was choked: "Tiande, don't worry, you will definitely be able to survive this." , we are still waiting to create a prosperous Hongwu era with you!"

Xu Da also nodded hard.

After a while, Xu Da fell into a deep sleep and Zhu Yuanzhang exited the room.

King Yan Zhu Di, who was guarding outside, came up to him at this time and opened his mouth, as if he wanted to say something.

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at his fourth son, whom he had not seen for a long time, who was becoming more and more heroic. He felt happy in his heart, but when he came to his mouth, he said: "If you fart, hurry up."

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Zhu Di choked for a moment, and then said: "Father, there is one thing. You told us brothers to think about the dynasty cycle law when we have time. I have some ideas. I don't know what your father has. No time to listen."

"Oh?"

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Zhu Di with some surprise.

"Then tell us."

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