In her book "Ink in the Blood: A Hospital Diary," author Hilary Mantel uses vivid imagery to describe her feelings about medical evaluations. She humorously compares her bodily condition to a watermelon that has been cut, reflecting the disconnection between her perception of herself and how medical issues are often described. This playful comparison highlights the absurdity of using such fruit references to talk about health problems.

Mantel points out the strange overlap between medical terminology and everyday language, underscoring how tumors are often described in terms of familiar objects like plums or grapefruits. This intersection of medical jargon and ordinary life offers a unique lens through which to view the experience of illness, making it relatable yet significantly more complex.