Appendicitis: The Etiology, Hygenic and Dietetic Treatment by J. H. Tilden

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Author Tilden, J. H. (John Henry), 1851-1940
Title Appendicitis: The Etiology, Hygenic and Dietetic Treatment
Note Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Appendicitis: The Etiology, Hygenic and Dietetic Treatment" by J. H. Tilden is a medical treatise likely written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the causes, hygienic practices, and dietary recommendations for treating appendicitis, emphasizing the link between health management and the onset of this condition. It offers insights into the anatomy of the appendix, the nature of related diseases, and critiques contemporary medical practices regarding appendicitis treatment. The opening of the work underscores Tilden's belief that appendicitis arises when natural health laws are disregarded, and it introduces the physiological and anatomical groundwork necessary for understanding the condition. Tilden discusses the shortcomings of surgical interventions often associated with appendicitis as surgical procedures begin to gain popularity in the medical community. He reflects on instances from his medical practice, providing anecdotes contrasting conventional treatments—such as surgery and the use of opiates—with his view that dietary modification, rest, and abstaining from food can be more effective. The initial chapters aim to equip readers with a deeper understanding of appendicitis's underlying causes and promote a more holistic approach to treatment that prioritizes dietary and hygienic principles over invasive medical practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Subject Appendicitis
Category Text
EBook-No. 4314
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Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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