Comic #1666: 2009-11-25

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Description

Here’s a detailed description of the comic:

Panel Descriptions:

Panel 1:

• Text: "HOW'D IT GO, DOC?"
• The scene shows a doctor speaking to an older man on a medical examination table. The doctor is holding a napkin.

Panel 2:

• Text: "IMAGINE THIS NAPKIN REPRESENTS YOUR LUNGS."
• The doctor is pointing to the napkin, which has a dark stain on it, indicating something unhealthy. The older man looks concerned, gazing at the napkin.

Panel 3:

• Text: "SO, SMOKING FINALLY DID ME IN."
• The older man now speaks, showing a resigned expression. The doctor responds.

Panel 4:

• Text: "UH, PRETTY MUCH, YEAH."
• The doctor gives a confirming nod.

Panel 5:

• Text: "EARLIER…"
• The text is positioned at the top of the panel. It shows a scene where the doctor is holding a piece of tissue with a similar dark spot, looking surprised.

Panel 6:

• Text: "WHOOPS!"
• The doctor has a startled expression, indicating a mistake.

Overall Tone:

The comic presents a humorous take on the serious consequences of smoking, using visual metaphors with the napkin and dark spots to represent health deterioration.