On Consumption And On Certain Diseases Of The Lungs And Pleura (1878)

On Consumption And On Certain Diseases Of The Lungs And Pleura is a medical book written by Richard Douglas Powell and published in 1878. The book primarily focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of tuberculosis, which was a prevalent disease during the time period. The author also discusses other lung and pleural diseases, including pneumonia and pleurisy, and provides detailed descriptions of their symptoms and treatments. The book is written in a scientific and technical manner, with a focus on medical terminology and detailed explanations of medical procedures. It is intended for medical professionals and students, as well as anyone interested in the history of medicine and the treatment of lung diseases in the 19th century. Overall, On Consumption And On Certain Diseases Of The Lungs And Pleura provides valuable insight into the medical practices of the time period and the understanding of lung diseases during the late 1800s.Being A Second Edition Revised And Extended Of The Varieties Of Pulmonary Consumption.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.