An Inaugural Dissertation on the Use of the Digitalis Purpurea in the Cure of Certain Diseases (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
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Exploring how digitalis can aid febrile and inflammatory conditions This 1811 dissertation examines practical observations, experimental results, and case studies to explain how digitalis purpurea acts in the body. It asks readers to weigh evidence, compare traditions, and consider a careful, evidence‑based approach to treatment.
This edition presents the author’s reasoning on when digitalis may help, how it interacts with pulse and fever, and what diseases it has been used to treat. It combines historical context, plant description, and selected cases to illustrate principles behind the medicine’s use.
- How digitalis affects heart rhythm and febrile states, with both increases and decreases in pulse observed
- Guidance on selecting cases where digitalis has shown promise, including pneumonia, rheumatism, and certain forms of dropsy
- Discussion of how national opinions and medical practice shape treatment choices
- Illustrative cases demonstrating practical outcomes and cautions from early 19th‑century medical practice
Ideal for readers with an interest in the history of medicine, early pharmacology, and the development of cardiac remedies.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the historical and medical use of the Digitalis purpurea, a medicinal plant that was a popular and controversial treatment for dropsy in Europe. The author challenges the European view of Digitalis as a stimulant, presenting numerous case studies to demonstrate its sedative effect on the body. The book also details the treatment of various diseases of high excitement, such asèºç, acute rheumatism, and pulmonary consumption. Importantly, the author emphasizes the need for caution in using Digitalis and stresses the importance of a thorough understanding of its effects. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for medical practitioners and historians interested in the evolution of medical treatments and the role of Digitalis in the history of medicine. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334745546_0
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