Observations on the Causes, Symptoms, and Nature of Scrofula or King's Evil,…
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"Observations on the Causes, Symptoms, and Nature of Scrofula or King's Evil, Scurvy, and Cancer; with Cases Illustrative of a Peculiar Mode of Treatment" by J. Kent is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work primarily discusses the ailments of scrofula, also known as King's Evil, along with scurvy and cancer, shedding light on their causes, symptoms, and potential treatments based on the author's extensive clinical experience. The
book elaborates on the nature of scrofula, describing its insidious onset and wide-ranging effects on the body, often starting in the lymphatic glands and potentially leading to serious internal complications. Kent emphasizes the hereditary predisposition to these conditions, alongside lifestyle factors such as diet and hygienic practices. He presents a series of documented cases that illustrate the efficacy of his botanical treatment methods over traditional surgical interventions, which he critiques as often ineffective or harmful. Kent argues for the importance of early detection and comprehensive care in managing these diseases, aiming to educate the public about their nature and treatment options. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kent, John |
|---|---|
| Title |
Observations on the Causes, Symptoms, and Nature of Scrofula or King's Evil, Scurvy, and Cancer With Cases Illustrative of a Peculiar Mode of Treatment |
| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness, David T. Jones and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Scrofula |
| Subject | Scurvy |
| Subject | Cancer |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23468 |
| Release Date | Nov 13, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 336 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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