Re: Reality Check

"Hi Monique. Very interesting to see Apxer's novel scanning system.
I have seen stuff like this in my own samples, and was quite intrigued.
The bacteria look rather large, and makes me wonder if they are gene modified. Was there a culture exame done on those?
The long hair-like thing hmmmm where have I seen that before? Check my folders on parasite files.
This may be a type of micro-nematomorph from my best estimation. Mine were grown from scalp debris. I think they may be common on plants etc., but certain defects of immune-functions can invite them in {just a hypothesis}.
I did not notice immune-cell attack on large structure, and there should be. Mouth epithelial cells were abundant, which suggests use of innate immune mechanics. This also suggests deficient antibody\complement responses.
The small dense grouping around bacteria might be NK type cells, or small macrophages. This means the bacteria are central to this. I thought I recognized a few oocytes there, which suggests protozoa. The larger "egg" thing looks like fluke ovum.
My opinion is trematoda, and protozoa. Ask Apxer if the e-coli count was exceptionally higher than normal. Shroom"

I have read this post several times and cannot find anything that resembles an attack or disrespect in it. Perhaps it is the word "novel" that carries a charge? I looked it up in the dictionary, to see if I am being naive. Definition one is: New and not resembling something formerly known or used. Definition two is: Original or striking in conception or style.

Both definitions seem complementary to me.

Parasites evolve very quickly. It requires innovative techniques and experimental methods to stay ahead of them. I have learned much from APXR and appreciate the research he is doing. I have also learned much from Shroom, and appreciate the work he is doing too. Tweet