Maggot slime shown to be healing aid

[Lava_Lady]

Yes, maggots are creepy, crawly and slimy. But that slime is a remarkable healing balm, used by battlefield surgeons for centuries to close wounds. Now, researchers say they've figured out how the fly larvae work their magic: They suppress our immune system.

http://www.sfgate.com/world/article/Maggot-slime-shown-to-be-healing-aid-4101183.php

Urp... scuze me.

Edited December 11, 2012 by Lava_Lady

[Still Waters]

Already posted, sorry.

http://www.unexplained-mysteries.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=238925