Also known as: Aggressive fibromatosis
Jules has benign but deadly desmoid tumors she calls 'Alien' and 'Predator' that have grown and become intertwined with her organs. She presents to the ER with a hand injury but is revealed to have these slow-growing tumors that cannot be removed and are terminal. She has approximately three weeks to live.
Also known as: Broken p*nis
A young male patient presents with a penile fracture sustained during aggressive masturbation. He was taking Zoloft for three weeks which caused sexual dysfunction, leading to the injury.
Also known as: Sexual side effects from antidepressants
The patient with penile fracture was experiencing sexual dysfunction as a side effect of Zoloft. Thor discusses his own experience with similar issues on Zoloft and how lowering the dosage helped.
Also known as: Heroin addiction
Jackie's recent rehab stay is revealed to her daughters when Grace googles the facility. She attempts to attend an AA meeting with Charlie, who has already relapsed. Her past addiction and recovery are central to the episode's emotional arc and her relationships with her family.
Also known as: Cut hand
Jules presents to the ER with a hand injury sustained from punching someone at Whole Foods. This is her stated reason for coming to the hospital, where her terminal desmoid tumors are then discussed.