The Physician’s Secret

Ram Sharma was a well-known physician, renowned for his expertise and compassionate nature. Assisting him was his son-in-law, Ravi, who learned much under Ram’s guidance.

A Curious Inquiry

One day, Ravi confided in his wife, Kusum, “I have learned everything I can from your illustrious father. He has shared his experience with me generously. However, there is one thing he never explains—before giving medicine to his patients, he always asks about the food they have eaten in the past three or four days. I have inquired a couple of times how this information is relevant, but he just smiles and remains silent.”

The Hidden Meaning

Kusum giggled at Ravi’s words. “My father doesn’t want to disclose the significance of his questions regarding a patient’s eating habits. The truth is, it’s not directly related to the medicinal treatment he provides,” she explained.

Revelation of Truth

“Then what does his inquiry mean?” Ravi asked, slightly puzzled. Kusum smiled knowingly and responded, “By observing the nature of the dishes that patients consume, my father can gauge their financial status. This insight helps him determine how much to charge for the medication he prescribes.”