It involved cutting the vine close to my wrist and immediately exposing the cut area to flames. I felt the terrible pain burn through my body. Even after being magically healed, I was in a weakened state. However, the vine did not reappear, and I did not transfer the disease to anyone else.

[ Sherlock takes a sip of his coffee. Yes, he used himself as a test subject. ]

My case was still in its beginning stages. I imagine the internal connection between plant and body would be more intertwined in a later stage and cause the pain to be that much stronger. I pray your solution to be more accessible to those afflicted with the illness for longer.