Man Inserts Live Leech into Urethra for 'Miraculous' Cure, Ends Up in ER

• A 23-year-old man, Zheng, from Zhengzhou, China, inserted a 5 cm live leech into his urethra.
• He found a 'folk remedy' online claiming leeches could cure internal diseases, leading him to trust this unscientific method.
• The leech got stuck, causing severe pain and stopping urination, eventually reaching his bladder and sucking blood.
• Zheng sought emergency medical help at a local hospital where doctors performed surgery to remove the leech.
• Dr. Shan Zhongji warned against such dangerous acts, emphasizing the risks of severe damage, infections, and urinary problems.

Why It Matters: Blindly trusting unverified online remedies can lead to severe health complications and life-threatening situations.