Calis Beach and Fethiye Turkey Discussion Forum

Turkey Related Subjects => Turkey Discussion Forum (Not Calis specifically) => Topic started by: Colwyn on March 24, 2018, 09:46:56 AM

Title: Leeches are Back!
Post by: Colwyn on March 24, 2018, 09:46:56 AM

Turkey has decided to reintroduce blood-letting therapies in Turkish hospitals - including the use of leeches. So, if you fancy one of those very fashionable blood detox sessions ...

http://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/blood-letting-among-new-techniques-authorized-to-turkish-hospitals-for-treatments-129229

I remember seeing leeches for sale in Mugla market (in used Yeni Raki bottles) some years ago. Are they still about?

Title: Re: Leeches are Back!
Post by: kevin3 on March 24, 2018, 14:42:18 PM

      Most Political systems have an abundance of them, and according to the main man are the cause of Turkeys fiscal difficulties.    ;)

Title: Re: Leeches are Back!
Post by: lissa on March 25, 2018, 20:26:22 PM

I remember seeing them in a bottle in Fethiye market, many moons ago! Leeches used in the uk also though I think for some conditions?  Or after some ops?