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Essays On Infant Therapeutics: To Which Are Added Observations On Ergot: History Of The Origin Of The Use Of Mercury In Inflammatory Complaints: Toget

Essays On Infant Therapeutics: To Which Are Added Observations On Ergot: History Of The Origin Of The Use Of Mercury In Inflammatory Complaints: Toget

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Medical ReferenceGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1179756487
ISBN13: 9781179756486
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Sep 7 2011
Pages: 174
Weight: 0.56
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Essays On Infant Therapeutics is a valuable historical record of pediatric medicine in the mid-19th century. Authored by John Brodhead Beck, this collection addresses various aspects of infant care and treatment, offering insights into the medical practices and beliefs of the era. The book includes observations on ergot and a history of mercury's use in inflammatory complaints, reflecting the pharmacological approaches of the time. Also featured are detailed statistics on deaths from poisoning in New York during 1841-1843, providing a grim but revealing snapshot of public health concerns. This work serves as a crucial resource for understanding the evolution of medical science and the challenges faced in treating infant illnesses in the past.

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