Common skin problems such as wound marks, blisters, itching and tissue damage Leech-related infections Allergy followed by swelling, oedema and erythema Prolonged bleeding followed by anaemia or haemorrhagic shock Unwanted migration of leeches to other places Meningitis (very rare) To Conclude Leech therapy is recognised in contemporary medicine due to its proven and supported scientific studies. It is widely used as a therapeutic complementary method which must be done strategically and carefully under a medical expert as it has certain side effects. … [Read more...] about What Is Leech Therapy? Proven Health Benefits And Side Effects