That does sound like a problem. I think human brains are more fragile than Hork-Bajir, but we still experience ill effects when damaged.

[She's thinking of eyes in the brain as being like lesions.]

I will do my best to cause no harm, if you also take care. Presently my blades and claws are enchanted not to cut living flesh, but I am not harmless.

[Toby's feet are large even for her size, very birdlike, clearly made for climbing and perching.]